Presentation Information
The Complexities of Breast and Nipple Pain While Breastfeeding
- Speaker: Katrina B. Mitchell , MD, IBCLC, FACS
- Presentation Type:
- Duration: 60 Mins
- Credits: 1 CERP, 1 Nursing CEU, 1 CME
Abstract:
This lecture reviews nipple and breast pain during pregnancy and both the early and late postpartum periods. It describes the anatomy and physiology of the breast and nipple areolar complex, and explores why pain during pregnancy and lactation is so common. Specific topics include the relationship between engorgement and infant latch; pump and other nipple trauma; hypo- and hyperlactation and how pain presents in these populations; vasospasm; dermatitis; nipple blebs; and, mastitis and plugging. The lecture also covers infant considerations and defines the lack of evidence for fungal infections as a significant contributor to pain. It delineates identification and treatment of functional pain and overlap of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders with pain.
Live Presentation Schedule
Jun 1, 2021
-
Create a Reminder
01-06-2021 08:00
01-06-2021 09:00
35
The Complexities of Breast and Nipple Pain While Breastfeeding
This lecture reviews nipple and breast pain during pregnancy and both the early and late postpartum periods. It describes the anatomy and physiology of the breast and nipple areolar complex, and explores why pain during pregnancy and lactation is so common. Specific topics include the relationship between engorgement and infant latch; pump and other nipple trauma; hypo- and hyperlactation and how pain presents in these populations; vasospasm; dermatitis; nipple blebs; and, mastitis and plugging. The lecture also covers infant considerations and defines the lack of evidence for fungal infections as a significant contributor to pain. It delineates identification and treatment of functional pain and overlap of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders with pain.
GOLD Lactation Conference
false
DD/MM/YYYY
-
Tell a Friend