What to do if there are lumps in the milk

After giving birth, women still need to breastfeed their babies because the baby's stomach and intestines are relatively fragile, and the mother's breast milk will not cause their stomachs to produce displacement reactions, and can also supplement their bodies with the nutrients necessary. The breast is one of the main parts for women to breastfeed, but if milk accumulates in the breast, lumps will grow inside the breast. So what should a mother do when she finds that her milk is stagnant and has lumps?

What to do if milk stasis lumps

This situation is quite common. You can choose to adjust it by massage, hot compress, etc., express milk or let the baby suck, or try using a breast pump. If you drain the milk in time, your condition will return to normal over time.

Don't take medicine blindly, some medicines may have some side effects. It affects the secretion of milk, and it will also have an impact on the baby after drinking the milk. If you have symptoms of fever, you can go to the hospital for a breast examination. Check to see if it's mastitis.

How to prevent mastitis during lactation

Lift the nipples and scrub the breasts; keep a good mood, pay attention to a reasonable and scientific diet, and exercise appropriately. Deal with milk swelling in a timely manner to avoid congestion.

Do not eat spicy food during breastfeeding, rest more and drink plenty of water. Be in a good mood. As long as you pay attention to all aspects, you will not get mastitis during breastfeeding.

Nowadays, the incidence of breast cancer is particularly high, the treatment time is long, and the possibility of recurrence is also high. Therefore, everyone should take care of their breasts, pay attention to breast cleanliness and hygiene, change underwear frequently, and avoid the occurrence of diseases. You need to keep a good attitude, be more tolerant, and be open-minded about everything. Being angry can easily lead to breast diseases.