Patient's question:
A friend is giving birth, and the baby needs to be in an incubator because they inhaled amniotic fluid. The friend is experiencing severe engorgement and wants to know how many days it will take for the engorgement to subside?Doctor's answer:
Breast engorgement varies from person to person. Typically, it takes about two weeks for milk to subside. During this period, if you experience breast engorgement, you can use a breast pump to express the milk. Additionally, if you decide not to breastfeed, you can use Chinese medicine, specifically roasted malt, boiled in water and taken orally. This method is very effective for weaning. During the engorgement period, pay attention to breast hygiene to avoid mastitis.