xp: Clogged duct?

meechrobi

Ugh...I think I might have a clogged duct on my left breast. What is the best way to clear this up? How do I know for sure that is what it is? I just noticed it tonight- it is like a hard bump on the outside of my boob. It doesnt hurt per se, but the area around it seems to be tender. I feel like production on that side has dropped recently too...

Does this all sound like a clogged duct?

Worcbride

yes it does;  I used to do a hot compress or heating pad.  check kellymom.com too

ourbaby08

Sounds like a clogged duct.  The absolute best way to clear it is to put baby on the breast and let him nurse.

If you're EPing, then pump, pump, pump.  While running the pump massage the clog directly.

mcbray21

Sounds like it to me. Use hot compresses and massage the area. A hot shower is also good to get the milk going. Make sure that you keep nursing on that side, too.

erinb31

yes, it does sound like a clogged duct.  massage, warm shower, but the best thing for me is to nurse, nurse, nurse (and massage while nursing).

Manda63

Sounds like it to me.  I just recently had this problem - few days ago.  I tried pumping but it didn't seem to help that much.  I also tried a hot shower - did help.  And, like the others said, nurse, nurse, nurse.  I nursed exclusively on the clogged side and pumped the good side.  For me it took 3 feedings before everything felt good again.  I hope things get better for you super fast.

epphd

Hey Meech, I think I have the same thing.  I am not sure if it is a recurrence of mastitis (this would make round 3) or a clogged duct - I think it's the latter since I don't seem to be feverish or feel as horribly crappy as I did with mastitis.  A friend of mine who is a clinical nurse practitioner told me to massage, use hot compresses, nurse, pump, rest, stay hydrated, and try the football hold when your LO nurses.  That way his chin will massage against the nodule.

Mine came on around 4 a.m. on Saturday and feels much better today.

Hang in there!

Kingston54

Sounds like it to me. No suggestions other than already mentioned. I've had one on my right breast since Thursday! It just won't go!! This is the 2nd time I've had one in the same exact spot!