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Lifestyle and home remedies
By Mayo Clinic staffCertain home remedies can help to reduce discomfort and alleviate signs and symptoms associated with mammary duct ectasia. Take these steps:
- Apply warm compresses. A warm compress applied to your nipple area can reduce the pain and swelling often caused by mammary duct ectasia.
- Wear a bra pad. If you have nipple discharge, wear a bra or nursing pad to keep the fluid from leaking through your clothing. These pads are available at drugstores and at most retail stores with a large selection of baby-care products.
- Wear a support bra. Wear a bra with good support to keep your breasts more secure and help reduce breast discomfort. Also, a support bra can help keep bra pads in place if you have nipple discharge.
- Sleep on the opposite side. Try not to sleep on the side of your affected breast. This helps to prevent further discomfort and to keep any swelling down.
