Blocked Milk Duct

Blocked Milk Duct Home Remedies


Blocked milk ducts are a common issue with all the mothers who breastfeed their infant. If due to some reason milk stops flowing out of the nipple from any milk duct, a clot is formed inside. There could be redness around the area of the lump that is likely to extend to the chest wall. A blocked milk duct can lead to bouts of pain. The area in which the clot is formed may become sore when touched and may cause pain and tenderness. The milk supply will also reduce and your infants will not be able to feed properly. The reason behind this blockage may be many. If you skip feedings or you child has stopped taking milk due to any reasons, you may have such problem. Wearing extremely tight cloths that are putting pressure on a milk duct may also lead to its temporary blockage.

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If you sleep on your stomach it will put extra pressure on the milk ducts leading to its closure. Some minor issues like cold, lack of sleep and stress may also be a reason behind blocked milk ducts. Whatever be the reason you need to get rid of the painful blockage as soon as possible. These are some home remedies for blocked milk duct that can give you relief in the pain and will make the milk flow once again.

Home Remedies For Blocked Milk Duct

GENTLE BREAST MASSAGE

If you feel tenderness in your breast, give a firm but gentle massage every time you feed. If you can do it with your own hands, well and good as you know where exactly the affected area is; but if you can’t take your partner’s help, a free of cost home remedy for blocked milk duct. Hand held massagers are also available in market these days. Try to squeeze out milk from the blocked duct by pressing it gently.

 

CABBAGE WARM COMPRESS

Giving your breast a warm compress is the best way to open up the blockage by raising the temperature of the surroundings, making it an effective home remedy for blocked milk duct. You can use a cotton towel or a cabbage leaf also. Taking cabbage leaf allows the heat to reach every corner since it has shape that will cover the entire breast. If you are doing it with a towel, soak it in warm water and then rub it gently. If you choose cabbage leaf, microwave it for 30 seconds and then apply it on the breast for 2 minutes.