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Very small, round lump under areola while breastfeeding. nipple quite sore, and occasional deep, aching feeling.
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Mastitis: Sounds like it could be mastitis (infection of a milk gland). Contact your doctor to help with possibly antibiotics. Also use warm compresses and showers. Let ome o the milk run out.
Answered 7/26/2018
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