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Research Paper | Obstetrics and Gynecology | India | Volume 11 Issue 1, January 2022 | Popularity: 6.4 / 10

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A Quasi Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Hot Application in Breast Engorgement among Post Natal Mothers Admitted in Post Natal Ward in Selected Hospital

Preshita Thorat

Abstract: The word 'postnatal' comes from the Latin word 'post' which means 'after' and 'natal' means 'of birth'. It is the period beginning immediately after the birth of a child and extending for about 6 weeks. Worldwide the incidence rate of breast engorgement is 1: 8000 and in India it is 1: 6500 women. It occurs between the third to fourth day of postpartum and more than 2/3 of women develop tenderness on the fifth day of postpartum. Some develop as late as 9 to 10 day postpartum. Approximately 2/3 of women experience at least moderate symptom of breast engorgement. Conclusion: Hot application compress with traditional methods reduce the breast engorgement and promote lactation.

Keywords: assess, effectiveness, hot application, breast engorgement, post natal

Edition: Volume 11 Issue 1, January 2022

Pages: 699 - 701

DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR22113000835

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