Breast problems

fissure-breast Sometimes, during the months of breastfeeding, the breast may become hard or reddened. It can also happen that fissures appear on the nipple, small painful cracks. Since breast fissures mostly originate from incorrect positioning of the newborn during feeding, it is advisable not to stop breastfeeding and consult your pediatrician or midwife as soon as possible. To clean the breasts and nipples it is not necessary to use special detergents, it is sufficient to use water and neutral soap. Source: saluter.it Portal of the Emilia-Romagna regional health service