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What's wrong with my boob?!

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Preggersandmelting · 01/12/2013 17:46

My DS is 6 weeks and EBF. All going well although in past few days my left boob has been sore when he's been feeding but bearable.

It's been better for last day or so. Now quite a large area of the boob is red and feels hot. I feel fine and have been getting DS to feed off that side to ensure there is no build up.

If it were still sore I'd think it was mastitis, could it still be? To add to the situation I'm going on holiday tomorrow so have no time for a visit to doctor if it is mastitis.

What could it be?!

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Jiltedjohnsjulie · 01/12/2013 18:46

There is some good info on kellymom. Might be worth ringing one of the helplines too Smile

TheXxed · 01/12/2013 18:52

It could be a blocked milk duct, I put a hot water bottle on my booby and made sure he had a solid 20 mins on that booby.

That worked for me, but your health visitor will have a lot more information for you. Hope it clears up.

TheXxed · 01/12/2013 18:55

Just realised I said booby twice in that post. cringe

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