I am interested in what others think of the idea that miconazole gel is
dehydrating to the skin of the nipples and can therfore cause
a 'dermatitis' like reaction. I remember Robyn Noble (QLD IBCLC) explaining
that this is because the gel is intended for mucous membranes not skin. For
this reason I tend to suggest creams rather than gels. (Of course gentian
violet is my prefered choice, if available.)
Does anyone else think the same?
Karen Clements
IBCLC Melbourne Australia
(who is now doing a mini panic because I need to resit in 2002!)

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