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Stagnation of milk in the milk ducts, also known as milk blockage, can occur when milk does not leave the breast properly, leading to pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. This problem can be caused by improper breastfeeding, ineffective breast emptying or too long intervals between breastfeeding. To remove blockages, manual milking or a milking pump is most often used, which help to open the blocked channel and flush the milk normally.

To eliminate milk stasis, it is first important to apply a warm compress to the breast (warm bath or warm compress) to relax the muscles and improve circulation. Then, two methods can be used:

Manual milking (manual milking) – This method involves gently pressing on the breast to release milk from a blocked duct. The hand massages the breast from the outside towards the nipple, which helps to open the blocked duct and let the milk flow.

Breast pump – A pump can help empty the breast, especially if manual pumping is not proving to be effective enough. By using a pump, you can create more pressure and improve the evacuation of milk from clogged ducts.

Eliminating milk stagnation can take from a few minutes to 15-20 minutes per breast, depending on the severity of the stagnation. The procedure should be repeated several times a day until the milk is empty, and the symptoms of stagnation disappear. If the problem of milk stasis does not resolve or reappears, it is recommended to consult a doctor or lactation consultant, as it may be a sign of infection (mastitis) or other problems with breastfeeding.