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Lactation Problems

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Low milk supply, mastitis, breast engorgement, nipple pain

📚 Educational Reference: This page summarizes commonly referenced homeopathic considerations for lactation problems. It does not constitute medical advice. Individual case-taking is essential for proper homeopathic treatment.

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Overview

Lactation issues are commonly addressed in homeopathy for nursing mothers. Remedies may help with milk production, breast inflammation, and nursing-related discomfort.

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Key Symptoms Often Considered

  • Insufficient milk production
  • Breast engorgement and pain
  • Cracked painful nipples
  • Mastitis symptoms
  • Milk suppression after fright
  • Nursing difficulties
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Common Modalities

Generally Worse

  • Nursing
  • Touch
  • Motion

Generally Better

  • Rest
  • Support
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Remedy Considerations (Educational)

These remedies are commonly referenced in homeopathic literature for conditions with similar symptom patterns. Proper remedy selection requires complete case-taking.

PulsatillaCommonly Used

Milk decreases from weaning, emotional, weepy, changeable

Urtica UrensCommonly Used

Increases milk production, also for suppressed milk, stinging

PhytolaccaFrequently Indicated

Mastitis, painful lumps, pain radiates during nursing, cracked nipples

BryoniaOften Considered

Breast hard, hot, painful, worse motion, wants pressure

Lac CaninumOften Considered

Pain alternates sides, worse least jar, very sensitive breasts

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Related Conditions

Breast PainMastitis

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⚠️ Educational Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only. Homeopathic remedy selection requires individualized case-taking by a qualified practitioner. Self-treatment is only appropriate for minor, acute conditions. For chronic or serious conditions, professional consultation is essential. This page does not constitute medical advice or diagnosis.