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Swollen painful nipples while breastfeed

2022-07-03 12:23:36
Hello, I am breastfeeding my baby since 18 days now..I still have sore and painful nipples. I am using Nipcare ointment but nothing works out. I would like to know what is the remedy and when will this pain go?
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Apply ghee

Answered2022-07-03 14:51:39

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Hi Use calendula ointment,every 4 hrs Also apply ghee and ur own breast milk over the nipples It will make healing faster

Answered2022-07-03 12:33:44

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Continue to breast feed as baby saliva also has healing  effects...if excessive pain then can surely nipple shield for few days and pain killer....

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