I am by no means judging this, but just find that there may be other factors at play (i personally would be happy if it was a
surefire sign of bacterial infection so i could know exactly how to proceed).
This could be
a sign of a bacterial infection that requires medical attention.
itchy, pink, red, shiny, or burning nipples (may be cracked)(Note that pink, tender nipples can also be
a sign of a bacterial infection, or dermatitis, which should be diagnosed and treated by a dermatologist.)
If your baby has diarrhea and a reddish poo, it could be
a sign of a bacterial infection.
If your baby's umbilical area or penis (for circumcised boys) becomes red or starts to ooze or bleed, it could be
a sign of a bacterial infection, and it needs antibiotic treatment right away.
Halitosis in pets is typically
a sign of bacterial infection, so take bad breath seriously, and see a veterinarian if your pet begins to show this red flag.
On the other hand, if you see a pus - like discharge along with a foul smell this may be
a sign of a bacterial infection.