Patient's question:
The baby is three days old, and they haven't had any breast milk yet. Now, my breasts are a bit painful, and they're full of milk, to the point where it's unbearable. I have to use a breast pump every time to express the milk. If I don't, my breasts become painfully engorged. What should I do in this situation?Doctor's answer:
The situation you mentioned is caused by the child not drinking milk, while the breasts produce milk, leading to milk accumulation in the breasts. Using a breast pump to extract the milk can effectively alleviate the symptoms. It is essential to encourage the child to drink milk, which is the most appropriate course of action. At the same time, it is important to maintain nipple cleanliness and hygiene, avoid gentle squeezing or pressing, and consume a light, easily digestible, and nutritionally rich diet. Avoid spicy and other irritating foods to prevent the recurrence of mastitis.