How to get rid of hard lumps in mastitis
Mastitis is one of the common diseases among lactating women. It mainly manifests as breast redness, swelling, pain, and hard lumps. In severe cases, it may be accompanied by fever. In the hot discussion on the Internet in the past 10 days, the treatment and care methods of mastitis have become a hot topic. This article will combine the latest discussions on the Internet, conduct a structured analysis of the elimination methods of mastitis lumps, and provide practical suggestions.
1. Common symptoms of mastitis
| Symptoms | Description |
|---|---|
| breast lump | Inflammation of local tissue leads to swelling, which is obviously painful when touched |
| Redness, swelling and heat | The skin of the breast becomes red and the temperature rises, which may be accompanied by fever all over the body |
| Poor milk discharge | Breast ducts are blocked and milk stasis aggravates inflammation |
| pain | Persistent or paroxysmal pain, especially when breastfeeding |
2. How to eliminate lumps caused by mastitis
1. Hot compress and massage
Hot compresses can promote blood circulation and relieve pain. Combined with gentle massage (massage from the periphery of the breast toward the nipple), it helps to clear the breast ducts. Be careful not to use excessive force to avoid aggravating inflammation.
2. Frequent breastfeeding or emptying of milk
Keeping your milk flowing is key. Even if it hurts, you should continue to breastfeed or use a breast pump to empty the milk to prevent stasis. Let the baby suck on the affected breast first to help relieve the blockage.
3. Medication
| drug type | function | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| antibiotics | Treat bacterial infections (such as cephalosporins) | Doctor's guidance is required and should be used with caution during lactation. |
| anti-inflammatory painkillers | Relieve pain and inflammation (such as ibuprofen) | For short-term use, avoid overdose |
| External application of traditional Chinese medicine | Dandelion, Jinhuang powder, etc. to reduce swelling | People with allergies should use with caution |
4. Dietary conditioning
Avoid high-fat and spicy foods, drink more water, and supplement vitamin C and protein appropriately. Recommended ingredients: loofah, lotus root, mung beans (helps to clear away heat and detoxify).
5. Indications for medical treatment
If the following situations occur, you need to seek medical treatment immediately:
3. Hot topics of discussion across the Internet in the past 10 days
According to social platform data analysis, the following topics are highly discussed:
| topic | focus | heat index |
|---|---|---|
| "Lactation mastitis self-help" | Sharing of home care methods | 85% |
| "Can I continue breastfeeding if I have mastitis?" | maternal and child health controversy | 78% |
| "Comparison of the efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine vs. western medicine" | Traditional healing and modern medicine | 65% |
4. Recommendations for preventing mastitis
1. Keep your nipples clean to avoid damage and infection.
2. Breastfeed regularly to avoid prolonged milk engorgement.
3. Wear loose underwear to reduce breast compression.
4. Maintain a happy mood and reduce stress factors.
Summary
The elimination of mastitis lumps requires a comprehensive response including hot compresses, breastfeeding, medications and dietary adjustments. If symptoms worsen, be sure to seek medical attention promptly. Breastfeeding mothers can reduce the risk of disease through scientific care and protect the health of themselves and their babies.
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