How to deal with white spots on nipples

I believe that many women will suddenly find some small white spots on their nipples in their lives. In fact, this is also a symptom of nipple fissures. Especially during breastfeeding, many women are prone to this situation. It is necessary to understand the correct way to deal with it, especially when breastfeeding, you must pay attention to the correct posture, and don't always let the baby suck one breast.

1. Reasons

In mild cases of nipple fissures, only cracks appear on the surface of the nipple. In severe cases, there will be local exudation and bleeding. If it does not heal over time and recurs repeatedly, it is easy to form small ulcers. If it is not treated properly, it can easily cause mastitis. If nipple rupture occurs, in addition to paying attention to the posture of mother and baby during breastfeeding, you should massage and release a small amount of milk before breastfeeding to soften the nipple.

2. Suggestions:

(l) When breastfeeding, you should start with the breast that is less painful to reduce the sucking force on the other breast, and let the nipple and part of the areola be sucked in the baby's mouth to prevent the nipple skin from becoming more chapped.

(2) Alternate the position of the baby during breastfeeding so that the sucking force is dispersed around the nipple and areola.

(3) Breastfeed frequently to facilitate milk emptying and soften the areola, making it easier for the baby to suck.

(4) After breastfeeding, squeeze out a small amount of breast milk and apply it on the nipples and areola. Expose and dry the nipples briefly, preferably near a window in the sun. Because breast milk has antibacterial effects and is rich in protein, it is beneficial to the healing of nipple skin. After breastfeeding, you can also apply a thin layer of water-based lanolin on the nipples. It is harmless to the baby and does not need to be wiped off before breastfeeding.

(5) After breastfeeding, wear loose underwear and bras, and put the nipple shield in the right place to facilitate air circulation and healing of skin lesions.

(6) If the nipple pain is severe or the breasts are swollen and the baby cannot suck the nipple well, breastfeeding can be temporarily stopped for 24 hours, but the milk should be expressed and fed to the baby with a small cup or spoon.