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BREAST PROBLEMS
     

You should familiarize yourself with the normal look & feel of your breasts so that you are able to detect any changes. Although most breast problems are not serious, consult your doctor if you notice any changes. Minor conditions clearly related to breast-feeding usually respond well to simple treatments.
 
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Are you breast-feeding a baby?

Breast-feeding

Where is the problem?

In the breast

What is the nature of your symptoms?

Small, hard lump in breast
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The lump may be caused by a blocked milk duct.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor if the lump has not disappeared within a week or if the breast becomes painful or red.
Swollen, hard & tender breast
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Overfull breasts are common, esply, when you first start breast-feeding & your milk supply has not yet adjusted to your baby's needs.
SELF HELP
Continuing to breast-feed your baby at regular intervals should solve this problem without special treatment.
However, if you are concerned, consult your doctor or breast-feeding adviser.
Redness of part or all of one breast
POSSIBLE CAUSES
This may be a breast infection or possibly a breast abscess, particularly if you also do not feel well.
MEDICAL HELP
Call your doctor within 24 hrs. Continue breast-feeding from both of your breasts.
None of the above If you cannot identify a possible cause for your breast problem from this chart, make an appointment to see your doctor.
On the nipple
How is your nipple affected?

Tender only when feeding
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Your problem may be a result of your baby not latching on to your nipple properly.
SELF HELP
Make sure your baby takes the nipple & the surrounding area into his or her mouth. If you are still having problems when you use the correct feeding technique, consult your doctor or breast-feeding adviser.
Tender & painful all the time
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Your symptoms may be due to CRACKED NIPPLES.
SELF HELP
Keep your nipples dry between feedings & use moisturizing cream. If the problem persists or makes breast-feeding difficult, consult your doctor or breast-feeding adviser.
Not breast-feeding
What is the nature of your breast problem?

Single lump in the breast
POSSIBLE CAUSES
These symptoms may not have a serious cause. However, such changes must be investigated promptly to rule out the possibility of BREAST CANCER.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor.
A nipple has changed in appearance
Discharge from the nipple
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Discharge from the nipple may have various causes, including a local problem in the breast or a hormonal problem,
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor.

Breasts feel tender

Breasts feel lumpy & hard
Does either of the following apply?

Menstruation is due to start within 10 days
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Hormonal changes associated with the menstrual cycle often lead to premenstrual breast tenderness.
MEDICAL HELP
Make an appointment to see your doctor if your breasts are painful or if you have other symptoms.
You might be pregnant
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Breast tenderness is common in pregnancy.
SELF HELP
If you are not sure whether you are pregnant, do a HOME PREGNANCY TEST.
Neither If you cannot identify a possible cause for your breast problem from this chart,
make an appointment to see your doctor.
None of the above If you cannot identify a possible cause for your breast problem from this chart, make an appointment to see your doctor.
     
     

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