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I developed ring worm on my breasts from having the under side of my boob stay warm and moist. i am currently breastfeeding and want to know if it can affect my child if she puts my infected tissue in her mouth? i have some on my nipple?

Q: i developed ring worm on my breasts from having the under side of my boob stay warm and moist. i am currently breastfeeding and want to know if it can affect my child if she puts my infected tissue in her mouth? i have some on my nipple?

: Sounds like it might be a superficial yeast infection. Suggest you get treated with topical antiyeast cream and pump your breasts until infection/yeast is resolved. See dermatologist for confirmation.

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Sounds like it might be a superficial yeast infection. Suggest you get treated with topical antiyeast cream and pump your breasts until infection/yeast is resolved. See dermatologist for confirmation.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/16/2022

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A member asked:

I developed ring worm on my breasts from having the under side of my boob stay warm and moist. i am currently breastfeeding and want to know if it can affect my child if she puts my infected tissue in her mouth? i have some on my nipple?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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