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Marie Bendix Simonsen^1,2, Gitte Zachariassen^1,2

¹H.C. Andersen Børnehospital, Odense Universitetshospital.

Ugeskrift for Laeger

|November 29, 2023

Summary

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Rusty pipe syndrome (RPS) is a benign condition causing bloody milk in new mothers. This self-limiting issue does not harm the infant and is not a reason to stop breastfeeding.

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Area of Science:

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Lactation Physiology
Neonatal Nutrition

Background:

Rusty pipe syndrome (RPS) is a rare, benign condition causing bloody nipple discharge.
It is most commonly observed in primiparous women during pregnancy or postpartum.

Observation:

This case report details a 31-year-old primiparous woman experiencing painless, bilateral bloody milk secretion starting at 31 weeks gestation.
The bloody discharge continued throughout her pregnancy and for seven days after delivery.

Findings:

Rusty pipe syndrome presents as bloody milk secretion, a self-limiting condition.
The condition was observed to be painless and bilateral in this case.

Implications:

RPS should be considered in pregnant and postpartum women with painless bloody milk.

Breastfeeding can safely continue, as RPS does not necessitate formula feeding.

This condition highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis to reassure mothers and avoid unnecessary interventions.