Sore throat for a nursing mother?
โก Short answer: For mild sore throat, plenty of water, salt water gargling, and rest are enough; if you have fever, severe pain, or inflammation, see a doctor โ but never stop nursing, your antibodies pass to your baby through breast milk. ๐
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Nursing mother with sore throat โ is this normal or should we see a specialist?
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A sore throat can be really uncomfortable when you're a nursing mother. First, know that getting a sore throat while nursing isn't unusual โ your immune system can be affected by lack of sleep and exhaustion.
If you just have mild pain, irritation, and no fever, drinking plenty of warm water, gargling with salt water, and getting rest are usually enough. You don't need to see a specialist right away.
But I recommend seeing a doctor (your family doctor or an ENT specialist) in these situations:
- Your fever is 38ยฐC or higher
- You have pain so severe it makes swallowing difficult
- You see white patches of inflammation on your tonsils
- Your voice is hoarse or you're having trouble breathing
- It doesn't go away within 2-3 days
Meanwhile, you don't need to stop nursing โ actually, the antibodies your body makes pass to your baby through breast milk, protecting them. If you need to use medication, be sure to tell your doctor that you're nursing.
Take good care of yourself. ๐
โ๏ธ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different โ for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
This answer is general โ yours can be personal ๐ฆ
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