Causes Of Mastitis

Tight Fitting Clothes And Pressure

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Avoiding any tight-fitting clothing may be difficult, especially for mothers who must return to the workforce. However, constricting lactating breasts with tight bras, handbag straps, and seat belts can be aggravating to the engorged tissue. Tight fitting clothes and pressure on the breasts will not automatically cause mastitis, but the more frequently the breasts are restricted or placed under pressure, the more likely it is that infection will occur.

Lactation experts recommend women avoid bras with underwires or pushup designs because these can dig into the breast tissue and block milk flow. It can also be helpful for women to not wear a bra when at home and while sleeping. Mothers who need the support of a bra should look for nursing bras that are comfortable and able to be adjusted to accommodate changes in breast size throughout the day.

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