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What Causes Vomiting And Dizziness After Child Birth?
Question: Hi, my daughter has just had her second bub, a girl. She had about 20 possible gall attacks throughout and since delivery. Now every time she breast feed she vomits, shakes uncontrollably and gets dizzy. What would be causing this please?
Thank you, XXXX
Thank you, XXXX
Brief Answer:
Mastitis/ Breast Infection/ Abscess
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
After breast feeding, feeling of nausea and vomiting and dizziness are all very classic of breast infection aka Mastitis which may have led to breast abscess.
Now a simple breast exam and sonogram will decide whether to manage conservatively with meds or go for slight incision and drainage in case of abscess.
baby suckling nipples cause crackling on the nipples and that lead to infection, thats why doctors recommend strongly to take care of the nipple and prevent it from cracking.
If needed, use a breast pump to relieve pressure and completely empty the breast.
You can also breastfeed from the unaffected side and supplement with infant formula as needed.
The infection will not harm the baby because the germs that caused the infection probably came from the baby’s mouth in the first place.
Breastfeeding should be avoided in the infected breast when an abscess is present.
Pain relief: A warm compress applied before and after feedings can often provide some relief. A warm bath may work as well.
If heat is ineffective, ice packs applied after feedings may provide some comfort and relief.
Avoid using ice packs just before breastfeeding because it can slow down milk flow.
Drink plenty of water -- at least 10 glasses a day. Eat well-balanced meals and add 500 extra calories a day while breastfeeding. Dehydration and poor nutrition can decrease milk supply and make you feel worse.
Just get to a general surgeon and let them take care of her. She will be good as new.
Take good care of your daughter and dont forget to close the discussion please. may the odds be ever in your favour.
Regards
Khan
Mastitis/ Breast Infection/ Abscess
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
After breast feeding, feeling of nausea and vomiting and dizziness are all very classic of breast infection aka Mastitis which may have led to breast abscess.
Now a simple breast exam and sonogram will decide whether to manage conservatively with meds or go for slight incision and drainage in case of abscess.
baby suckling nipples cause crackling on the nipples and that lead to infection, thats why doctors recommend strongly to take care of the nipple and prevent it from cracking.
If needed, use a breast pump to relieve pressure and completely empty the breast.
You can also breastfeed from the unaffected side and supplement with infant formula as needed.
The infection will not harm the baby because the germs that caused the infection probably came from the baby’s mouth in the first place.
Breastfeeding should be avoided in the infected breast when an abscess is present.
Pain relief: A warm compress applied before and after feedings can often provide some relief. A warm bath may work as well.
If heat is ineffective, ice packs applied after feedings may provide some comfort and relief.
Avoid using ice packs just before breastfeeding because it can slow down milk flow.
Drink plenty of water -- at least 10 glasses a day. Eat well-balanced meals and add 500 extra calories a day while breastfeeding. Dehydration and poor nutrition can decrease milk supply and make you feel worse.
Just get to a general surgeon and let them take care of her. She will be good as new.
Take good care of your daughter and dont forget to close the discussion please. may the odds be ever in your favour.
Regards
Khan
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hello, it only purely happens after breast feeding?
Brief Answer:
Yes it happens exactly
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
That makes it classic for mastitis. She must have and should have a fever too. As it is usually accompanied by it but may not be necessarily that advanced yet to get fever.
Seeking help as guided above is recommended. Use breast pumps meanwhile on affected side, keep the breast empty and let a consultant have a look.
Take care
Yes it happens exactly
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
That makes it classic for mastitis. She must have and should have a fever too. As it is usually accompanied by it but may not be necessarily that advanced yet to get fever.
Seeking help as guided above is recommended. Use breast pumps meanwhile on affected side, keep the breast empty and let a consultant have a look.
Take care
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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