title: Twenty cases of persistent sore nipples: collaboration between lactation consultant and dermatologist.
abstract: The nipple and surrounding area, like other areas of skin, are subject to irritation, inflammation, and infection. Twenty women with persistent sore nipples were first seen by a lactation consultant and later referred to a dermatologist. The dermatologist successfully treated 18 of the 20 mothers. A lactation consultant should be able to identify those women who will benefit from evaluation and treatment by a dermatologist.
authors.forename: K E
authors.initials: KE
authors.lastname: Huggins
authors.forename: S F
authors.initials: SF
authors.lastname: Billon
mesh_terms: D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D001942:Breast Feeding; D003253:Consultants; D003880:Dermatology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009558:Nipples / Q000293:injuries*; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology; D059408:Pain Management; D010348:Patient Care Team; D016896:Treatment Outcome