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From Blocked Ducts to Blebs: Evolving Insights and Best Practices in Lactation Care
- Speaker: Andrea Herron , RN, MN, CPNP, IBCLC
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- Duration: 60 Mins
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Abstract:
Plugged ducts and nipple blebs are frequent lactation challenges that impact parental comfort, breastfeeding success, and continuation rates. This session offers a clinically focused, evidence-informed exploration of their pathophysiology, presentation, and management.
We will contrast historical treatments—such as massage, heat, and antibiotics—with contemporary perspectives that emphasize inflammation, milk stasis, and microbial biofilm involvement. Case studies will highlight varied presentations and progression, demonstrating how management strategies can be tailored to individual families.
Emerging evidence on anti-inflammatory support, probiotics, lecithin, and recurrence prevention will be reviewed, alongside critical discussion of current debates including therapeutic ultrasound, sunflower oil, and procedural interventions.
By integrating research, case-based learning, and professional controversies, this session equips lactation professionals with practical tools to support families while fostering critical engagement with evolving best practices.
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From Blocked Ducts to Blebs: Evolving Insights and Best Practices in Lactation Care
Plugged ducts and nipple blebs are frequent lactation challenges that impact parental comfort, breastfeeding success, and continuation rates. This session offers a clinically focused, evidence-informed exploration of their pathophysiology, presentation, and management.
We will contrast historical treatments—such as massage, heat, and antibiotics—with contemporary perspectives that emphasize inflammation, milk stasis, and microbial biofilm involvement. Case studies will highlight varied presentations and progression, demonstrating how management strategies can be tailored to individual families.
Emerging evidence on anti-inflammatory support, probiotics, lecithin, and recurrence prevention will be reviewed, alongside critical discussion of current debates including therapeutic ultrasound, sunflower oil, and procedural interventions.
By integrating research, case-based learning, and professional controversies, this session equips lactation professionals with practical tools to support families while fostering critical engagement with evolving best practices.
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