Does the breast pump hurt the breast?

Breast pump if used improperly may be harmful to the breast.

If the negative pressure setting of breast pump is unreasonable, excessive pressure may cause breast tissue damage, causing pain, swelling and even congestion. The correct pressure should be able to effectively suck milk without causing excessive compression of the breast. At the

same time, excessive frequent use of breast pump, breast will not get sufficient rest and recovery time, easy to cause breast inflammation or other discomfort. The number and time of breast pumping should be arranged reasonably according to their own milk secretion and baby's needs.

In addition, if the breast pump is not cleaned and disinfected, it may lead to bacterial infection, which may affect breast health, so it should be thoroughly cleaned and disinfected before and after each use to ensure the safety of use.