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Clogged milk duct

I think I have a clogged milk duct in my boob.  It hurts. 

What do I do to get it unclogged?  Nurse like crazy on that side? 

Re: Clogged milk duct

  • Nurse/pump while massaging or holding a warm compress on it.  Massage the spot directly. It's gonna hurt but you'll know when it's gone....instant relief.  It might be easier to do it while pumping if you have a hands free bra.  That way you can massage with both hands or massage with one while holding a warm compress with the other. 

    I had about 5 or 6 while pumping.  Only once did it take more than one pumping session for it to go away.

    * DS1...allergic to dairy, peanuts, eggs and turkey *
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  • I had issues with this ALL the time.  Like K said massage and heat works the best.  I agree that pumping would probably be easier getting it worked out.

    Avoid underwire bras this makes them worse. 

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    Good advice so far, just be diligent.  I had mastitis twice and ugh.  Don't let it get to that.  

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  • Ugh!!! I had one three nights ago and thought someone was jabbing a hot needle into my nipple all night!! I pumped and massaged--another thing that brought some relief was using a heating pad. I actually slept on it and was eventually able to fall asleep! Good Luck.
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