Plugged Ducts

And 'common for many women is connected to the channel at a certain stage of lactation. Plugged milk duct feels tender and sore for a piece of the breast. It does not involve a fever or other symptoms. It happens when a milk duct does not drain properly and becomes inflamed. Then the pressure builds up behind the plug, and surrounding tissue becomes inflamed. Piping connected usually occurs only in one breast at a time.

What you can do

Breastfeed frequently on the affected side, how many times every two hours. This helps loosen the cap, and keep the milk moving freely.

Massage the area, starting behind the sore spot. Use your fingers in a circular motion and massage toward the nipple.

Use a hot compress on the painful area.

Get more sleep or relaxing with your feet to help speed healing. Often, a conduit connected is the first sign that the mother is too.

Use a properly fitted support bra, which is not too tight as it can strengthen the milk ducts. Consider trying a bra bra.