RM, MSc, IBCLC (Belgium)
Joke is a midwife (MSc), and a lactation consultant IBCLC. She runs her own primary care practice. At the same time, she is lecturer, head editor of the Flemish Journal of Midwifery and board member of VBOV and ELACTA.
Nowadays she is also doing a PhD at the University of Brussels.
Candida infection during breastfeeding, diagnosis and treatment
8,00 €
Candida infection during breastfeeding, diagnosis and treatment
An early and correct detection of Oropharyngeal candidiasis (OPC) in breastfed infants or Candidiasis of the breast and/or nipple followed by effective treatment are crucial to avoid pain during breastfeeding, possibly followed by premature weaning.
We will discuss the current knowledge on diagnosis and treatment of OPC or candidiasis during breastfeeding and have a deeper look at the effectiveness and safety of treatment.