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I just had my 3rd bby almost 9wks ago i stopped breastfeeding 5wks ago. i pressed myright breast and blood leaked from it. should i be concerned this?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Breastfeeding: Your bleeding may be the result of acracked nipple secondary to breast feeding.apply masse cream to nipple. If no improvement see your obstetrician

Answered 8/1/2014

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