Because your mother has been exposed to antibiotics and because she did
have some response to the antifungal medication (Diflucan) then a fungal
infection may be her problem. However, both the mom and baby dyad need
to be treated. A topical antifungal cream applied to the
mother's nipple may be helpful. Treatment would need to last several
weeks. If the baby needs a prescription antifungal product the
pediatrician should be able to prescribe it.
Julie Cold Kissack, Pharm.D.