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Pain in nipples during breastfeeding
Hello my baby is 23 days old and whenever I feed him I feel intense pain in my nipple and even breasts.after feeding my nipples changes in colour and shape and pain persists even after feeding is done.what should I do to get releif ??
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Clean nipples before and after breast feeding, wear tight bra, rest consultation.
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Breastfeeding is also a very important technique and the pain usually indicates you might be having some cracks at the nipple.
Please do not wait for long time and tried to consult the gynaecologist at your local area and tried to get the treatment without in a negligence
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Dr. Dyuti Navadia
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
5 yrs exp
Pune
It's due to cracked nipples, and the reason behind it is poor latching of the baby.
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