How to relieve breast pain?

Patient's question:

A 32-year-old postpartum woman is experiencing severe breast pain 35 days after delivery. Although the baby can feed, the breast pain is unbearable. How can the breast pain be relieved? How can the breast pain be relieved? Try warm compresses: Warm compresses are a traditional Chinese medical treatment that can alleviate breast pain using methods such as hot compress bags, hot water bottles, or taking a hot bath. If the alternating hot and cold compress method is used, the effectiveness of relieving breast discomfort will be even better.

Doctor's answer:

Hello, change your dietary habits: Adopt a low-fat, high-fiber diet, consuming fibers from grains (whole wheat), vegetables, and legumes. Avoid salty foods: High-salt foods can cause breast swelling, especially 7–10 days before your period. Gently massage your breasts to help excess fluid return to the lymphatic system. When massaging, first apply soap solution to your breasts and rotate your fingers along the surface in a coin-sized circle. Then press and lift your breasts with your hands. This is highly beneficial for preventing breast discomfort.

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