Tips for blocked armpit milk duct lump

I’ve tried hot shower, hot water bottle, pumping and then massage during all of these things

Any other tips?

I’ve got two lumps, one is really quite large and sore

Anything specific for armpit would be great!

All the advice online is for lumps on the boobs

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Try cabbage leaves!

Start taking daily lecithin supplements, this will help prevent future blocked ducts. You can even take them four times per day when you do have blockages, this will help clear the blockage.

Targeted hand expressing. The baby friendly initiative has a great your tube video on how to hand express and explains how to make it targeted when you have got blocked ducts x

Heat doesn't work for some people. The updated protocol uses cold compresses. You can also try Tylenol and advil to reduce the inflammation and do some light lymphatic drainage massages. Avoid aggressively massaging as it can make the inflammation worse, heat can also make it worse

Benzonite clay and apple cider vinegar paste! Get the clay at the health food store and just mix with apple cider vinegar - works after a few applications

If you can get baby to latch while gently rubbing from pit to nip, that might do it. I've noticed my LO does a way better job than the pump

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