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My wife is breast feeding. she complains of an internal itch or biting sensation in her breasts?

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See below: Get seen when you can, an infection may be started.

Answered 7/18/2013

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Might be mastitis: This might be an early sign of a breast infection called mastitis. A lactation consultant can help your wife with breastfeeding concerns. If the itching continues or she has pain or swelling of her breasts, she should be seen by a physician has breastfeeding management knowledge. Many things can be done to relieve symptoms and continue breastfeeding.

Answered 6/19/2013

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