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Stopped Breastfeeding. Constant Depression. Why Do They Seem Enlarged?
I stopped breastfeeding 6 months ago and am suddenlly, constantly feeling that let down feeling and am either dripping or can get milk out by squeezing. My breasts also seem enlarged and my nipples are very uncomfortable. My menstural period isn t due for another week. This has been going on for a good week now and is increasing.
Tue, 1 Oct 2013
Hi,
Thanks for the query.
You should not squeeze the breast, that will increase the milk production.
Consult gynecologist once and get examined.
If there are any signs of mastitis, you need antibiotics.
If not you can take tablets to stop the milk production.
Wear inner wear tightly to support the breast, that can decrease the milk secretion.
If your doctor recommends, go for serum prolactin levels estimation once.
Take care.
Thanks for the query.
You should not squeeze the breast, that will increase the milk production.
Consult gynecologist once and get examined.
If there are any signs of mastitis, you need antibiotics.
If not you can take tablets to stop the milk production.
Wear inner wear tightly to support the breast, that can decrease the milk secretion.
If your doctor recommends, go for serum prolactin levels estimation once.
Take care.
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