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Breast abscess surgery during breastfeed

2023-01-23 16:36:56
I underwent a breast abscess surgical incision and drainage 4 days back. Wound is left open. Milk leaks through this but reducing. Since the incision is in aerolar region, i can't pump , direct feed or hand express either. As of now breast doesn't feel heavy, but if this continues will i have engorgement again? Also how long will it require for the wound to heal so as to start direct feed?
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Answered2023-01-24 03:47:27

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Answered2023-01-23 17:21:54

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Less likely to have an engorgement if the abcess has been drained properly. Wound will take time to heal. Atleast 8-10 days depending on the size of the wound and the depth
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Answered2023-01-23 16:56:11

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Please continue your follow up with the surgeons concerned. It will take time for healing. If it has been adequately drained then engorgement should not happen. If u feel breast is engorged try hot fomentation and expressing the milk. After 8-10 days only u will be able to feed again mostly

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