Blood-stained colostrum and human milk during pregnancy and early lactation

Abstract

Blood-stained colostrum occurs occasionally during pregnancy and lactation due to a conspicuous increase in lobuloalveolar growth. We report on a case of bilateral frank blood-stained colostrum secreted during pregnancy and early postpartum, emphasizing the transitory nature of this condition and the need to reinforce breastfeeding.

Keywords: blood; breast disease; breast milk; breast therapy; breastfeeding; colostrum; nipple secretion; pregnancy complication.