Mastitis and White Spots on the Breast During Lactation

If there is a white spot on the nipple that has become infected and formed pus during lactation, a thin layer of erythromycin ointment should be applied. It is important to maintain cleanliness and hygiene, unblock milk ducts in time, and avoid milk stagnation, as the formation of hard lumps in the breast can lead to more serious issues. Mothers may encounter various problems during lactation, such as insufficient milk supply and infected white spots on the nipple, which require proper handling.

1. Management of infected white spots on the nipple during lactation involves the topical application of erythromycin ointment and regular cleaning. The infected area can also be punctured with a sterile needle, and it is generally not necessary to take antibiotics. The key is to unblock the stagnant milk.

2. If a mother has infected white spots on her nipple during lactation, she can temporarily use a breast pump to extract the milk and then feed it to her baby. The infected area may form a pustule, and if this pustule is not drained, the infection may recur even if the surface appears to have healed. It can be difficult to drain the pustule oneself, so it is advisable to seek medical assistance.

3. It is important not to puncture white spots on the nipple during lactation at will. Many mothers may be tempted to prick or scratch these "little white bubbles" that suddenly appear on their nipples. Although this may temporarily relieve symptoms such as blocked milk ducts and lumps, it can also introduce bacteria and lead to secondary infections. Repeated occurrences of white spots may occur, and in severe cases, this can even lead to mastitis. Therefore, exercising caution and refraining from puncturing these white spots is the first step in protecting oneself.