Many young mothers face the problem of lactostasis. This condition can greatly frighten a woman, cause unpleasant symptoms in the form of temperature , pain. However, the knowledge of the basics of how to properly dissolve lactostasis, will help to quickly cope with the problem.
The main symptoms of lactostasis
It is possible to suspect lactostasis that has begun by the presence of the following symptoms:
- aching pain in the mammary gland;
- some redness of the skin and the presence of a seal, while it can be condensed as a small area, and the entire breast;
- fever.
How to dissolve lactostasis - the main techniques
Eliminate lactostasis at home:
- The main assistant in the fight against stagnation is a child. It is he who knows better than others how to dissolve the breast with lactostasis. Only the baby sucks strongly enough to remove the blockage of the duct. It is necessary to try to apply the baby chin to the place of milk stagnation . Do not be afraid to experiment with poses, perhaps a pose with a knave, hanging over a child, standing, and even upside down.
- A warm shower can contribute to an easier separation of milk. It is necessary to massage with a stream of warm water a place on the chest where lactostasis was formed. Immediately after the shower, you need to do a breast massage and try to express the milk. Massage is done on the movement of milk in the ducts, that is, in the direction of the areola. The movements of the hands should be soft, without excessive pressure, you should not allow additional injury to the chest. Express the need for thumb and forefinger, gently pressing on the areola and slightly pushing towards the nipple. After the massage and expressing it is good to apply cold to the place of stagnation, this will help to remove the edema. This property has a well-sprouted cabbage leaf.
- If you can not separate on your own, the condition worsens, then you should immediately consult a doctor for the necessary treatment. By the way, in the women's consultation, certain physiotherapy procedures can be prescribed that help with lactostasis.
Teach how to regurgitate with lactostasis, a doctor can be an obstetrician-gynecologist or a consultant on breastfeeding. These professionals can be called at home.
Pain in the chest can be felt for another 2-3 days after the elimination of stagnation.