Patient's question:
A 32-year-old postpartum woman is experiencing unbearable breast engorgement 35 days after delivery. The milk is being consumed by the baby, but how can the breast engorgement be relieved? How can the breast engorgement be relieved? Try warm compress: Warm compress is 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 cold and hot compress method is used, the effectiveness of eliminating breast discomfort will be 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, so it's best to avoid them. Gentle massage can help excess fluid return to the lymphatic system. When massaging, first apply soap solution to the breasts, then rotate your fingers along the surface of the breasts in a circular motion, about the size of a coin. Then press the breast with your hand and lift it up. This is highly beneficial for preventing breast discomfort.