The signs are described below in the section on when to call your doctor. The infection requires prompt treatment with antibiotics. Your nipples sting or burn and you have shooting pains in your breast, especially after nursing. You may have a yeast infection of your nipples. A yeast infection requires treatment with medication.
Babies can get yeast infections in their mouths and diaper areas.
The nipple pain inhibits your let-down reflex. In this case, your doctor may prescribe a pain medication. Your baby may not be satisfied because your milk supply is low or because your baby is not emptying your breasts. After weighing your baby, the doctor can decide whether you need to change your feeding schedule or offer your baby supplemental breast milk or formula. You may need to use an electric pump temporarily to express any milk left after nursings.