What causes breast pain during lactation?

A woman's breasts are a very important organ because after giving birth, she mainly relies on the secretion of milk from her breasts to feed her baby. However, even women who are breastfeeding should not ignore their breast pain, because breast pain may be caused by serious breast diseases. So what is the reason for breast pain in breastfeeding women?

1. What causes breast pain during lactation?

1. Mastitis

Based on the situation described, it is considered that the discomfort may be caused by mastitis. It is recommended that you go to a regular hospital for a breast ultrasound examination and receive symptomatic treatment based on the examination. Pay attention to getting enough rest, don’t stay up late or overwork, and don’t catch a cold.

2. Milk stasis

If you are currently experiencing breast pain during breastfeeding, it may be related to milk stasis. It is recommended that you try hot compress massage and let your baby breastfeed more often to clear the ducts early and prevent mastitis that may affect treatment.

2. What to do if your breasts swell and hurt during lactation

1. It is recommended to wear a comfortable bra. Before breastfeeding, you can apply hot compress on the affected side for 3-5 minutes and do breast massage to clear the lumps, increase the number of feedings, and express milk correctly.

2. It may also be mastitis. Use a breast pump as early as possible. If there is no breast abscess, the expressed milk can continue to be fed. If a breast abscess occurs, the expressed milk should be discarded. You should see a doctor and receive anti-inflammatory treatment under the doctor's guidance.

3. If it is mastitis, it is recommended that the patient go to a regular hospital for examination to determine the condition so as to facilitate treatment. Anti-inflammatory drugs can be taken in the early stages. Sometimes lumps form and pus forms, requiring surgical drainage.

4. Massage the breasts. After cleaning the breasts, you can hold the breasts with both hands and massage from bottom to top. When milk is secreted, you can use a container to catch it. This can relieve the swelling and pain caused by the breasts.

5. Use a breast pump to suck out excess milk. One type of breast pain is discomfort caused by wearing uncomfortable underwear. In this case, you can just change your underwear. If there is too much milk in your breasts, you can use a breast pump to suck out the excess breast milk.