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Re: Crack at base of nipple
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Anna <[log in to unmask]>
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Date:
Tue, 10 Dec 1996 19:26:15 +0000
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>Have had some good success with persistent cracks with the radical change of
>position plus trace of Bacitracin alternated with Lansinoh. Bacterial
>infection can delay healing.  Breast shells for comfort between feeds also
>helpful as nipple can remain extended vs flattened in bra.

A trick I heard about is using platic tea strainers, with the handles
cut off. These fit well into a bra, keep the cloth clear of the sore
nipples and also allow air to get the the nipples. Ofcourse, I don't
know if you can buy such tea strainers in your part of the world.
--
Anna (mummy to Emma, born 17th Jan 1995 and Alice, born 11th Sept 1996)
Web Page: http://www.ratbag.demon.co.uk/anna

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