Early signs of mastitis

Milk stasis, when the milk is no longer flowing freely, is the of mastitis. The milk can block milk ducts, creating a clogged duct.

How to treat non lactational mastitis

The area of the clog will often look inflamed or swollen and feel tender to the touch. Milk stasis can also create a sore, white spot on the nipple opening. Doctors call this a bleb.

Clearing the plugged duct or removing the bleb can prevent mastitis.

A person can gently remove a bleb at home with a warm compress, or they can contact a doctor.

Additionally, the following may reduce discomfort and minimize the likelihood of the infection returning:

• continuing to breastfeed or pump frequently, unless the doctor says otherwise
• using the infected breast first when breastfeeding to ensure that it empties
• applying warm, moist compresses to the painful breast, especially right before nursing or pumping
• trying to adopt different positions during breastfeeding so that all areas of the breast can empty fully
• while breastfeeding or pumping, massaging the areas of the breast that feel hard with gentle pressure

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