Patient's question:
After giving birth to my baby, I accidentally discovered that when I squeezed my left breast hard, a slightly white, milk-like substance would come out. What could be the reason for this? Is it serious? Should I go to the hospital for a check-up? Which department should I go to, and what tests should be done?First follow-up question: My baby is now four years old.
Second follow-up question: There is no redness, pain, or swelling in my breast.
Third follow-up question: The right breast shows no abnormalities. It's just that after giving birth, improper feeding methods caused the left breast to become larger and the right breast to become smaller. Could these conditions be the reason? Could I have breast cancer? Should I go to the hospital for a check-up?
Doctor's answer:
In this case, it is possible that the nipple discharge is caused by breast inflammation, so it should be treated with caution. It is recommended to visit a gynecological department in the hospital. Avoid squeezing the affected area, pay attention to nipple hygiene, quit smoking and limit alcohol consumption, and take anti-inflammatory drugs as prescribed by the doctor.