Nipple Vasospasm of Nursing Mothers
Breastfeeding medicine : the official journal of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine, vol.18, no.6, pp.494-498, 2023 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus)
- Publication Type: Article / Article
- Volume: 18 Issue: 6
- Publication Date: 2023
- Doi Number: 10.1089/bfm.2023.0024
- Journal Name: Breastfeeding medicine : the official journal of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
- Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus, CAB Abstracts, CINAHL, EMBASE, MEDLINE, Veterinary Science Database
- Page Numbers: pp.494-498
- Keywords: nipple color change, pain, vasospasm
- Istanbul University Affiliated: No
Abstract
Background: Nipple vasospasm is a painful cutaneous vasoconstriction that nursing mothers experience after breastfeeding. Case presentations: In this case series, we present the common features and management of nipple vasospasm in nursing mothers. Discussion: The diagnosis of vasospasm relies on the doubt of physician or the breastfeeding consultant and observation of the color change of the nipple. Persistent nipple and breast pain in breastfeeding is often attributed to Candida albicans; thus, many mothers receive antifungal therapy before the diagnosis. Conclusions: Timely diagnosis also prevents unnecessary antimicrobial treatments. Precise and rapid diagnosis is crucial, as pain is a risk factor for cessation of breastfeeding and its exclusivity.