Patient's question:
Lumps are clearly visible under the left breast, and they are very painful to touch. The child has no breast milk and has received weaning injections.Doctor's answer:
General postpartum mastitis requires timely anti-infection treatment. I don't know if you have gone to the hospital for a check-up. I suggest you have a blood test and drug sensitivity test to use medication accordingly.Guidance:
The key to prevention is to prevent milk stasis, maintain nipple cleanliness, and avoid injury. Key preventive measures include:
① During the late stages of pregnancy, frequently clean the nipples with warm water. If there is inverted nipples, regularly pull or massage them to make them protrude.
② Ensure the milk is completely emptied during each breastfeeding session. If it is not fully emptied, you may feel a lump in the breast after breastfeeding. In such cases, massage the milk out or use a breast pump to prevent milk stasis.
③ If there is excessive milk production after childbirth, ensure the milk is completely emptied during each breastfeeding session, or use a breast pump to extract it.
④ After breastfeeding, clean the nipples and avoid letting the baby sleep with the nipple in their mouth to prevent nipple damage and cracking. If this occurs, seek timely treatment. If necessary, temporarily stop breastfeeding and use a breast pump to fully extract the accumulated milk.