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Below some common breastfeeding-related conditions are described. If you experience any of these
symptoms, contact a healthcare professional or breastfeeding specialist.
Common
breastfeeding-
related condition
Description
Pain sensation Pain felt on the breast or nipple, or felt as a response to the suction being above
a comfortable level.
Sore nipples Persistent pain in the nipples at the beginning of the pumping session, or that
lasts throughout the entire pumping session, or pain between sessions.
Engorgement Swelling of the breast. The breast may feel hard, lumpy and tender. May include
erythema (redness) of the breast area and fever. Usually occurs during the first
days of lactation.
Bruise A reddish-purple discoloration that does not fade when pressed. When a bruise
fades, it may become green and brown.
Thrombus Thrombus can result into tenderness, pain, redness, swelling and/or heat.
Injured tissue on nipple
(nipple trauma)
- Fissures or cracked nipples.
- Skin tissue peeling off the nipple. Normally occurs in combination with
cracked nipples and/or blisters.
- Nipple tear.
- Blister. Looks like small bubbles on the surface of the skin.
- Bleeding. Cracked or torn nipples can lead to bleeding of the affected area.
Clogged mammary
ducts
A red, tender lump on the breast. May include erythema (redness) of the breast
area. Can lead to mastitis (breast inflammation) and fever if left untreated.
Storage conditions
Keep the breast pump out of direct sunlight as prolonged exposure may cause discoloration. Store the
breast pump and its accessories in a safe, clean and dry place.
If the device has been stored in a hot or cold environment, place it in an environment with a temperature of
20°C (68°F) for 30 minutes to let it reach a temperature within the usage conditions (5°C to 40°C/41°F to
104°F) before you use it.
Fully charge the battery before storing your breast pump for an extended period of time.
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips device complies with all applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to
electromagnetic fields.
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