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Brest pain & sensitive due to feeding
My baby is 14 days old and I breastfeed him but it has got so difficult for me now to feed my baby because my nipples are paining so much and become so sensitive due to feeding. Is there any solution for this
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Please consult with your Gynaecologist at the hospital where you had your baby.
It is possible that there may be some problem with the nipple. They can also teach you how to care for your breast and nipples.
Such things can't be taught by Tele-consultation.
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Look for signs of infection - fever , redness , change of colour of milk , pus discharge - if present consult doctor
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Pls connect for online consultation and advice
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Any fever or do you notice any cracked nipples?
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Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
21 yrs exp
Chandigarh
Yes you can connect for a prescription
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Dr. Shweta Lodhi Umate
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
8 yrs exp
Nagpur
Consult for treatment and diagnosis
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Dr. Nirav Jetani
Gynecologist
7 yrs exp
Vadodara
Connect
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Dr. Beeraka Sridivya Spurthi
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Kakinada
Soreness of nipples is common during initial breastfeeding, but they should subsidesoon
Make sure your back is supported and baby is placed at proper level for hatching.
If you noticed any dryness or cracking of nipple or if your breasts are tender or warm,please connect for further assistance .
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