Aches & Pains: Nystatin
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Nystatin & Diarrhea
Asked by S.S. from Minneapolis
on October 16, 2007
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We seem to be in a downward spiral of maladies! Three weeks ago, my 6 mo.-old was diagnosed with Thrush. (Which in itself is weird since he's on the older side for Thr...
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- Is your child still suffiring for thrush? If he is ask your doctor about using monistat cream it sounds really bad but works really well. That and you dont have to d...
- I've used Nystatin and never had diarrhea problems and have never used Gentian Violet, but have had really good luck with probiotics for yeast. My son got thrush occa...
- Medications can definitely cause diarrhea and it can continue for a few days after the medication is no longer being taken. My oldest basically got diarrhea every ti...
When Nystatin Doesn't Work??
Asked by W.H. from Houston
on May 6, 2010
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My son had an ear infection and was prescribe an oral antibiotic. As a result, he received a yeast rash. Over a week ago, I called my doctor and she called in a scrip...
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- Have you tried the creams for yeast infections? A friend of mine swore by Monistat. I've also heard one mom say that her doctor refers to a combo of Desitin and Moni...
- I don't know if this is something to do without consulting the doctor first, but when my son (4 mo.) had a yeast infection along with a flare-up of eczema our pediatri...
- Hello, I don't know alot about eczema but when my son has bad diaper rash we stop the diaper creams and use cornstarch powder. It helps overnight in terms of redness...
I Have Been Using Nystatin for a Horrible Diaper Rash
Asked by C.W. from Tampa
on February 26, 2008
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Has anyone had any problems with the Nystatin? The dr said to use it 2-3 times a day. She has blister like red blemishes near her private. It's right along the diaper ...
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- my daughter gets horrible diaper rashes...in fact we are on the mend from one now; we sware by Triple Paste. I called the pediatrician last summer when she had blister...
- Nystatin is good to start off with but if you don't see even the smallest improvement after a day or two of using it, then you might want to have the pediatrician take...
- The "miracle cure" we used on both of our boys was a mixture of Desitin, Lotrimin AF, and Cortaid. Our pediatrician recommended it with my first son who had a lot of ...
Help for thrush........breastfeeding a 2 Week old........extreme Pain.
Asked by M.S. from Miami
on September 12, 2009
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Hi Ladies,
I am so grateful for this site. You always give me the best advice. I found out the source of my breastfeeding pain...........My poor son and I have ...
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- Are you a member of a breastfeeding support group like La Leche League international? I don't know what I would have done without them. They also have excellent books ...
- Did the Dr. tell you that thrush is a yeast infection? And yeast is in the fungus family. Fungus is fed by sugar and carbohydrates--especially refined carbohydrates....
- M., Follow your instincts and what your baby is telling you. He needs food more than every 2.5 to three hours right now if he's asking for it which is what it sound...
Sharp Needle Pain on My Breast.
Asked by R.C. from Boise
on June 25, 2008
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I am breast feeding my almost 6 month girl. This morning I am getting this sharp pain on my right brest near my nipple. It feels like someone is getting me with needle...
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- When I was breastfeeding, I experienced sharp needlelike pain, and it was an infection. A midwife friend of mine had an awesome old-school remedy that worked like mag...
- See a lactation specialist or your doctor. Until you can see one of these people, take an ibuprofin, take a bath, massage your breast, etc.
- I think all of the suggestions are great. If they don't work you might have a bigger problem. I was breastfeading my third child and one day it started to hurt like y...
Nipple Pain During Breastfeeding
Asked by M.M. from Houston
on October 15, 2007
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My question is actually for my sister. She says that breastfeeding is terribly painful for her! She cries everytime. It's the nipple not the breast. She says her ni...
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- I had the same problem. It was excruciating to breastfeed. I was told my little one wasn't latching on correctly if I was going through that kind of pain, but I coul...
- She needs to call her Dr. - She probably has an infection...maybe Thrush. If she has Thrush, both her and her baby would need to be treated. You can also visit www.bre...
- Pain is normal at first, though I would ask if baby is tongue-tied? That would certainly do it - mine was, and it was hard for him to get a good hold. I wonder if ba...
Breast Pain and Breastfeeding
Asked by K.J. from Eugene
on August 23, 2009
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I am currently breast feeding my 7 week old son. Lately I have been experiencing surges of intense sharp pain in my nipples. My breast milk supply has also went down s...
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- Hi K., I had the same problem. I was treated for thrush, on diflucan for 28 days and my son was on nystatin as well and it didn't get better. Turned out it was a la...
- Hi K., Ouch! I remember how bad it hurt when I first breast fed my daughter, this is what I learned: Try putting more of your breast in your baby's mouth (a lot more)...
- Congratulations on your new baby! I'm rather passionate about suggesting that it is probably Thrush as I can completely empathize with you...the sharp stabbing pa...
Sharp Pain in Breasts
Asked by J.J. from Nashville
on April 10, 2009
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Okay ladies, I need your help. My doctor's office is closed today and I am having a problem. :) I have been breastfeeding my son for almost 4 months and over the las...
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- It could be either mastitis or thrush. If hot water relieves the symptoms a bit, it's most likely mastitis/blocked duct. If it still causes pain through-out nursin...
- IT sounds like a yeast infection. Here is a website that you can't live without if you are breastfeeding: www.drjacknewman.com it has amazing information and a care p...
- I had terrible sharp shooting pains while breast feeding for a while. I agree that it is different than mastitis which I also had several times. Make sure it is not ...
Pain Inside Breast While Breastfeeding
Asked by R.C. from Sacramento
on March 8, 2009
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I breastfeed my 2 mos old son, but whether I pump or breastfeed it feels like my inside is being pulled out. I know it is not a clogged duct, I have those time to tim...
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- Have you been to Shasta County Brestfeeding Support Center? They are a terrific support to all breastfeeding families. The number is ###-###-#### and they are located...
- Hi R., I had the same thing and it turned out I had yeast infections inside the breast. You should talk to your OBGYN. It is a pain to try to get rid of, but if you w...
- Hi R., Either the beginning of some mastitis or some thrush. Either way, you need to see your OB. If it's mastitis, there aren't antibiotics or anything, just hom...
Shooting Pain in Breasts After Feeding/pumping
Asked by M.P. from Los Angeles
on March 26, 2008
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I've been breastfeeding for one month now and for the past week and a half, have been having shooting pains in my right breast after feeding or pumping. The pain come...
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- Could you have thrush? That type of pain is a sign of thrush. Just to rule it out, I would take 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda in water a couple of times each day and ma...
- This can be normal for many women. I had this with baby #1 for months...and then it stopped. It didn't happen at all with baby #2. I promise you it will subside...a...
- Have you considered mastitis? Or some sort of breast infection? you should talk to your doctor instead of a nurse. He/she will know more.
