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A member asked:

What type of doctor do i go to about my breast? i'm breast feeding my 6mo old and i'm having terrible pain in my nipple feels like a clog or something

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

See your ob: Your OB would be a good place to start.

Dr Livingston and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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Ob/FP/ER: What you are describing sounds like a breast infection. Any ob, fp or primary care provider should be able to help you. Get help today!

Dr Livingston agreed

Answered 5/7/2013

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