Webinar resources from The Thrush Myth: What Really Causes Breastfeeding Pain? webinar hosted on Thursday 3 September 2026 via MS Teams. These resources will be available until 31st March 2026.
The Thrush Myth: What Really Causes Breastfeeding Pain?
Breast and nipple pain are among the most common reasons women stop breastfeeding. While thrush has traditionally been considered a key cause, current evidence suggests the picture may be more complex. This webinar explored the latest evidence on breast pain, challenged long-held assumptions about Candida, and discussed practical approaches to assessment and management.
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Updated NICE guidance on breastfeeding problems: https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/breastfeeding-problems/
Diagnosis and treatment of atopic dermatitis (eczema): https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/eczema-atopic/
Diagnosis and treatment of neuropathic nipple pain: https://physicianguidetobreastfeeding.org/mythbusters/horrible-nipple-pain-dnss-dmer/
Evening primrose oil for nipple vasospasm: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501894/