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1. PROBLEMS IN BREASTFEEDING SUMAN SUBEDI ROLL NO:91

2. INVERTED NIPPLE Make difficulty in latching Improper suckling may cause sore and excoriated nipple Treatment: Manual eversion Plastic syringe

3. SORE NIPPLE Causes Improper latching Frequent washing with soap and water Pulling of baby while still suckling Treatment: proper positioning and latching local hygeine expose to air ,application of breast milk or lanolin , use nipple shield

4. BREAST ENGORGEMENT CAUSES Delayed or infrequent feeding Improper latching and positioning Engorged breast: swollen, hard ,warm and painful Prevention: early and frequent feeds Correct attachment Treatment: warm water packs, breast massage,analgesics Milk expressed to soften breast

5. BREAST ABSCESS CAUSES Engorged breast Cracked nipple Mastitis Clinical features: High grade fever, raised blood count Treatment: Analgesics,Antibiotics Incision and drainage

6. INADEQUATE MILK Causes Incorrect method of breastfeeding Engorgement og breast Any illness Painful condition Maternal stress and insufficient sleep Advice to mother Sufficient rest Adequate fluids intake Feed baby on demand