Proxy Unblocker Journal

Blocked Ducts and Mastitis Mastitis is a bacterial infection of the breast that usually occurs in breastfeeding mothers. However, it can occur even in women who are not breastfeeding or pregnant, and can occur even in small babies, of either sex. Nobody knows exactly why some women get mastitis and others do not. Bacteria may gain access to the breast through a cra ck or sore in the nipple, but women without sore nipples also get mastitis, and most women with cracks in the nipple do not. As with almost all breastfeeding problems, a poor latch, and thus, poor draining of the breast sets up the situation where mastitis is more likely to occur. Blocked Ducts Blocked ducts will almost always resolve spon taneously within 24 to 48 hours after onset, even without any treatment at all. During the time the block is present, the baby may be fussy when nursing on that side, as milk flow may be slower due to pressure causing collapse of other ducts. Bl ocked ducts can be made to resolve more quickly by: Continuing breastfeeding on the affected side. Trying to rest. (Not always easy, but take the baby to bed with you.) 2 watts/cm², continous, for five minutes to the affected area, once daily for up to two doses.