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I weaned my son around 3.5 months ago. he was 2 and nursed twice daily. minor discomfort when weaning but have since developed tenderness in one breast and radiating to armpit. no lumps. feels similar to mastitis pain. still can express milk. ?
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Try Warm compress: If you have any fevers or redness should be seen by a doctor fine to use a warm compress and see if it treats your symptoms
Answered 1/24/2018
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