Itchy breasts
Is it normal for your breasts (not nipples area) to be itchy when you're pumping exclusively? Is this because the breast is growing and just needs to be moisturised?
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Could be Mastitis. It's inflammation and pain in the deep breast tissue, usually caused by bacteria. It can appear suddenly, often in the early weeks of breastfeeding. Mastitis can cause itching and pain both on the skin and deep in the breast tissue. Here are some references. Best to see your doc if it persist.
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