Sore nipples when your baby is breastfeeding are usually caused by improper sucking, cracked nipples, mastitis, etc. Sore nipples can usually be relieved through changes in feeding position and medication.
1. Improper sucking: Improper sucking by the baby may cause nipple pain. Pregnant women need to pay attention to changing the feeding method when feeding again, putting the nipple and most of the areola into the baby’s mouth to prevent the baby from biting on the nipple.
2. Cracked nipples: Cracked nipples may occur when the baby is breastfeeding, and some pregnant women may feel nipple pain during feeding. It is usually recommended to use topical medication on the surface of the nipple with the doctor’s permission to improve the symptoms of nipple pain.
3. Nipple Inflammation: The baby’s improper breastfeeding leads to nipple cracking, which in turn causes bacteria to enter the nipple and may lead to nipple inflammation, and some pregnant women may have red, swollen and painful nipples at the same time. It is generally recommended to follow the doctor to use topical or oral medication to eliminate inflammation and relieve redness and swelling.
If the cause of nipple pain is unknown, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time to avoid self-medication and delay in diagnosis and treatment.