hi all, having a nightmare with what i believe is ductal thrush. started with a blocked duct but i think i damaged nipple trying to clear it and for past couple of weeks have had excruciating pains in that breast that begin after feeding and last for two to three hours. the pain is intense, like a stabbing burning feeling. have spoken to breastfeeding counsellor who thinks its ductal thrush and after three gp visits finally managed to get oral fluconazole (had previously been prescribed nystatin for me and baby but its topical only). i've been taking it for three days but still not let up in the pain. anyone been through this? it's really getting me down and i'd just like to think there is light at the end of the tunnel. if it's not thrush what else could be causing these pains? my baby has no thrush signs in her mouth but i believe that's not uncommon when its in the milk ducts as opposed to on the nipple. thanks