Re: [ozmidwifery] blocked milk duct.

[Kirsten Blacker]

A couple of my friends (on a paed) use an electric toothbrush to help move a blocked duct. Use the flat side, not the bristle side, and if its too uncomfortable put a washcloth between the toothbrush and the skin. Every feed until it's cleared Kirsten Blacker   ----- Original Message ----- From: *G and S* To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, February 19, 2004 6:06 AM Subject: [ozmidwifery] blocked milk duct. Hello to all,                 Was wondering if anyone has ideas re. draining a blocked milk duct.  I've been breastfeeding for three years and have, for the first time developed a blockage. It is about an inch long and an inch in width. It has been there for a few days and is sensitive to touch. I have put both my bub and toddler on for extended periods of time to help drain it, but the lump remains. Any ideas on what I can do or is this a GP thing?  Would like to avoid a visit if possible. TIA, Sonia W.  :-)