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Journal of Human Lactation, Vol. 23, No. 2, 191-193 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/0890334407300018

Raynaud's Phenomenon of the Nipples: An Elusive Diagnosis

Carolyn Morino, RN, IBCLC

Saint Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, Kan

Susan M. Winn, RN, BSN, IBCLC

Saint Luke's South Hospital in Overland Park, Kan

Pain and throbbing of the nipples associated with Raynaud's phenomenon often mimics yeast or fungal infections. Breastfeeding mothers with Raynaud's of the nipples are often treated inappropriately for organisms such as Candida Albicans with topical or systemic antifungal agents. This case report describes the eventual diagnosis of Raynaud's phenomenon of the nipples in a breastfeeding mother who was initially treated for yeast. J Hum Lact. 23(2):191-193.

Key Words: nipple pain • breastfeeding • nipple vasospasm • lactation consultant


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