I have a cist in my breast, I am a breast feeding Momma- feedback. (Please see details.)?
825767
When I was about 7 months pregnant I found a lump and tossed it up to a blocked milk duct. I mentioned it at my next visit, and the ball started rolling. I was diagnosed with breast cancer within 5 days. And unlike someone else said that tumors in the breast are small, my biggest of three tumors was 4cm, rather large.\n\nI guess what I am saying is that it doesn't hurt to get it checked out for your peace of mind. BTW, I was 29 years old with no family history of BC.\n\nI will be thinking good thoughts for you, good luck!
839571
Interesting ... \n\nI was not breastfed and hate milk.  I like cheese and some dairy products - but never drink milk straight!
104731
Hell no, girl!  You are fine the way you are.  KUDOS to you for still nursing a 1yo...you are braver than me...I stopped at 6mos, when he began to bite.  You have 4 kids!  You can't realistically expect to be thin.  I am 4mos postpartum with my 2nd and weigh 180 and am 5'8"...I feel fine.
820125
I am an R. N.  Worked with moms and babies for over 25 years.  This is a very common problem. Need to see your doctor.  Both Mom and baby need to be treated or they keep giving it back and forth to each other.  There is a creme for your nipples and drops for baby's mouth.  Do call the doc. I'm sure you will both do well.
1007314
it could be a liquid filled cyst under the breastbone. I would go to the doctor asap!
44896
I researched it and found several sites that you might want to take a look at.  Its better to get too much information than not much at all.  This way when you speak with your doctor, you can ask questions that he/she have not thought of to answer or consider.\n\nHere are a few from some sites:\n\n\nQ - What causes a discharge from the nipple and should I be concerned?\n\nA - You should see your doctor whenever you notice a spontaneous discharge from the nipple (when something comes out without the breast being squeezed). The fluid may be clear, milky, bloody, or even green. If you have a discharge when you do BSE, you should also check with your doctor.\n\nMany conditions can cause a discharge. The doctor will take a sample of the discharge and send it to a laboratory to be analyzed. Occasionally, the doctor may order special tests to help in diagnosing the cause of the discharge. Your doctor can then recommend treatment.\n\nAnother site....\n\nBreast Discharge\n\nBreast discharge is normal soon after giving birth and continues if a woman is breastfeeding. In other circumstances, however, release of breast milk can mean that the hormones causing milk production are out of balance. This condition is called galactorrhea. Release of a liquid other than breast milk can be a sign of infection, inflammation, or a tumor in the breast. \n\nThe pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and ovarian glands all release hormones that govern production of breast milk. If the thyroid gland is not producing enough hormone it can lead to untimely release of breast milk. Another explanation is a benign (non-cancerous) growth on the pituitary gland. In these cases, menstruation usually stops as well. Diseases of the part of the brain that controls the pituitary gland are a third possibility. Other causes are stress, sexual stimulation, and drugs, including birth control pills, marijuana, narcotics, anesthetics, reserpine (Diupres, Hydropres, others), methyldopa (Aldomet), antidepressants, and other medications prescribed for mental and emotional problems\n\n\nAnd another:\n\nNipple discharge is most often from benign conditions. Some women are more prone to more discharge including women on; birth control pills, certain blood pressure medications or on major tranquilizers. These medications increase prolactin levels in the body. There is also certain life periods when a person is more likely to get discharge than others: there may be more discharge at puberty and at menopause than the years in-between. Many women have some type of nipple discharge or fluid when their breasts are squeezed, and its normal. Squeezing the nipple sends message to the brain and the pituitary gland responds by increasing prolactin levels, which in turn produces discharge from the nipple. The discharge can come in a variety of colors – gray, green and brown as well as white. \n\nThe time to worry about nipple discharge is when it’s spontaneous (comes out by itself without squeezing), keeps on happening, and is only on one side. If it is clear and sticky, like an egg white, or bloody. If these symptoms are present a doctor should check you.\n\n\nI listed the sites that I got this information from.\n\nGood Luck and I hope this is helpful!
1017158
Funny you should bring this up, because my mom had four children, the first two were breast fed, and my brother and I were not. We all have college degrees, so I don't really see the difference.
512595
I had this done a few years back.  Stock up on baby food and gatoraide.  The first few days you will not even think about eating, I PROMISE you.  I would either buy extremely lose fitting pants/shorts or a long night gown to wear.  Drink a lot of fluid...  I didn't drink enough to start and ended up severely dehydrated with my organs shutting down.  You have to tell yourself to drink, drink, drink.  Get lots of rest and don't try to stand straight up at first...  A walker may help you get around the first few days.  You can rent them at most stores such as Drugco or other pharmacies.  You may have drainage tubes, they are very irritating.  Be careful with them and drain it how the doctor tells you.  Don't be alarmed if you have a little bit of drainage one day and tons the next.  I used baby soap for baths/showers...  it was mild and non irritating.  I suggest sleeping in a recliner the first 2 weeks, you will NOT be able to lie flat on your back.  At the very least, stock up on pillows and stack them all around you on the bed to make a reclining position.  You may even want to put one under your knees.  Don't try to do to much at first, take time to heal.  You will need lots of help for awhile and then some later on.  You will need to get up and move some but take baby steps.  When you begin to eat foods, stay away from a lot of sugary things at first, you can enjoy them in smaller amounts later on.  Chew, chew, chew.  Don't swallow anything that you haven't chewed enough of.  You can get raelly sick and throw it all up.  I suggest baby shrimp.  They are tiny and packed with protein.  Umm...  There is so much, feel free to message me later on and I can tell you more.  I lost 170lbs and just had the extra skin removed almost 3 weeks ago.  Yesterday was my first day back to work.  Don't get aggrivated if you don't lose tons at first or lose a lot then none.  Be happy with yourself.  You are about to make a huge mental and physical change.  The mental stuff kicks in a few months after surgery.  Make sure you have someone you can talk too.  Let me know if you need anything else, this is just a touch of info!
988482
Why would you want to? but assuming you have a good reason (your taking medication , baby is to big) go online and get some information about how to wean a baby from the breast.
850011
Breasts can get tender if you are preganant, otherwise I would keep an eye on it and ask your doctor.
772111
As women get older, their fat tissue tends to shrink. And if you had a baby, this could definitely be a factor is your breast shrinkage, since many women complain of smaller, flatter breasts after pregnancy (and especially after breast feeding). From what you've described, you've had a lot of major changes in your life in the past months. There seems to be a lot going on in your life! Do you tend to lose weight easily? Because that would explain much of it.\n I don't think it's abnormal for your breasts to shrink, because mine also start getting smaller as soon as I lose weight. I'm guessing that your body type has a lot to do with your fat distribution. I'm also built in a way that my breast fat is the first to go. But concerning your weight loss: it does seem like an awful lot in such a short time span. If you're having night sweats and unexplained fevers as well, have a doctor look at it.
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If you're still breastfeeding do not diet as it will deprive your baby of much needed nutrients. I would advise you to keep breastfeeding and to pump and discard what your baby doesn't need. When your body makes breast milk you lose a lot of calories so keep up the production. Another thing you can do is to exercise. I recommend walking or swimming. Walking is good because you can put your baby in a stroller and take him or her with you. Put some breast milk in a bottle if you like so you can feed him more conveniently while out for your walk or feed him/her just before you leave for the walk. Don't worry about what people say...quite frankly I'm never concerned what people say/think about me and they usually end up concerned what I think about them instead. Just be happy, ignore rude people and enjoy your baby!! ☺ When you are no longer breastfeeding ask your doctor if he would prescribe ionamin for you. It's an appetite suppressant but you cannot take it if you have heart problems. In fact it's best to just increase your fibre and water intake and exercise but if that doesn't work by all means ask your doctor for help as your bmi (body mass index is likely over 32 or 33 depending on your height)Another tip for you is try to cut sugar out of your diet. Just by doing this you will lose between 1/2 to 1 lb per week. It does not sound like much but that is 26-52 lbs per year. Remember-weight you lose slowly won't come back but rapid weight loss results in rapid weight gain plus a few extra pounds. Good Luck!♥☻♠☺
235405
This is not unusual especially if you are nursing.  The other possibility is another pregnancy though.  Talk to your OB about it.
268870
Wow!  Can't believe a lactation center would say they never heard ot it!  Often, a lump in a breast feeding mother's breast is due to milk-filled cysts or a blocked milk duct.  However, a lump should still always be checked out immediately.\n\nEven though she is nursing, she can have an ultrasound which will show the status of the cyst without any side effects to her or her milk.
1090394
didn't the doctor tell you that would happen??  My sister was going to have a boob job but the doc told her she probably would never be able to breastfeed and would more than likely loose all feeling in that area.  That is one of the side effects.
483614
are you pregnate or breastfeading? those things sure do. those things aren't bad, depending on the circumstances. i would take a pregnancy test.
999335
missin my boobies baby? lol