Patient's question:
The nipple is not fully open, and very little milk is coming out. It has been two months now. What are the symptoms of incomplete milk let-down?Doctor's answer:
During breastfeeding, if milk flow is blocked, the breasts may experience mild pain, and sometimes milk knots may form. This is a sign of blocked milk ducts, which could be caused by the blockage of the milk duct openings at the nipples. Before breastfeeding, use a warm towel to apply heat to the nipples, and then massage towards the nipples to clear the milk ducts. Only by ensuring that milk can flow smoothly can normal lactation be maintained. In terms of diet, it's beneficial to drink more nutritious soups, such as crucian carp soup and pig trotter soup, to help increase milk production.