Erythromycin ointment applied to nipples

Cracked nipples are a problem that many mothers who exclusively breastfeed encounter, and they don’t know what to do. Erythromycin has a very good effect on many wounds. So, can erythromycin be applied to cracked nipples? Generally speaking, it is possible, but it is not suitable to feed breast milk after use.

Cracked nipples can be treated with erythromycin

Cracked nipples can be treated with erythromycin ointment. Clean the nipples before breastfeeding, clean them immediately after breastfeeding, and then apply ointment, which will not have any impact on the baby. In addition, to treat cracked nipples, you need to find the cause and give appropriate treatment decisions based on the degree of cracked nipples.

1. If the posture is incorrect for exclusive breastfeeding, you need to adjust the posture.

2. After feeding, squeeze a drop and apply it on the nipple. Breast milk contains VE and other factors that promote healing. In particular, the plant oil in the hind milk can help moisturize the skin and promote wound repair.

3. Use nipple protection to prevent pain caused by friction between breasts and clothing.

4. Gel sanitary napkins can relieve breast pain and promote wound repair.

5. Symptomatic treatment.

If the nipple is cracked but not damaged, correct the feeding posture when it is slightly painful, use the auxiliary bottle and nipple to continue feeding, and take good care of the breast after breastfeeding. If one nipple is damaged, feed with the healthy side. If the damage is severe, the pain is unbearable, or there is bleeding, stop feeding for 24-48 hours to give the wound time to heal, use an automatic breast pump to suck out the milk, pay attention to adjust the comfortable pressure, and wait until the cracking is healed before feeding again.

6. Pregnant women are advised to use nipple protection cream to promote wound healing.

Several small ways to prevent nipple cracking

Before breastfeeding, you can apply cold and damp compresses to the breasts and nipples for 3 to 5 minutes to loosen the nipples and make them easier for the baby to suck. A comfortable and appropriate feeding posture should be adopted for breastfeeding. During breastfeeding, the position of the baby can be changed alternately to disperse the sucking force on the nipple and around the nipple.

After feeding, if the baby still holds the nipple tightly, you can gently press the baby's chin with your ring finger to gently stop sucking and let the nipple come out naturally. Breast milk is rich in human proteins and antigens, which have antibacterial and epidermal repair effects. After weaning, you can squeeze a small amount and apply it on the nipples and above the nipples and wait for them to dry.