3. Results Effect of breast condition in somatic cell count Somatic cell count (SCC) analysis in milk is the most sensitive and valid way for knowing breast health. Moreover Somatic cells are a reflection of the immune response to intramammary infection. An increase in the Somatic cell count is linked to the inflammatory responses generated by the immune cells in response to bacterial infection which increase the somatic cell from 104cells/µL (infected breast) (Figure 1). The moderate negative linear relationship was observed as P-value was significant at 0.0001 and correlation coefficient (r) was -0.5915 (Table 1). A results showed that the somatic count is affected by breast condition. In present study, in the case of SCC in healthy milk was belongs to 16-614 cells/µL whereas in infected breast milk increase in SCC was observed ranging from 572 -17588 cells/µL. In case of one infected mother breast milk sample, SCC was found lower than 104 cells/µL (572 cells/µL) because of the maternal was treated with antibiotic. Box plots are reflected overall patterns of response for a group. They offer a useful way to visualize the range and other characteristics of responses for a large group. In the box and whisker plot, it was clearly observed that the endpoint maximum value of SCC (614 cells/ µL) in healthy breast milk and starting lowest value of SCC (572 cells/ µL). According to present observation log103 cells/µL could be a critical value to differentiate the SCC in healthy
It is important to understand how to identify, treat, and provide education to women related to their breast health. This journal entry will focus on a patient encounter related to a clinical presentation of a breast mass. Lastly, strategies for education and self-breast exam education will be discussed.
In “The Mysteries of Milk,” Natalie Shenker, PhD and co-founder of the Hearts Milk Bank, emphasizes the importance of breast milk, writing “it is critically important to prevent infections and necrotising enterocolitis (NEC), a catastrophic gut condition that carries a mortality rate of 40%” (Shenker, 2017, p.11). Breast milk, especially colostrum, which is produced two to three days after birth, provides not only an energy-rich source of food for an infant but is composed predominantly of white blood cells which can “engulf and absorb harmful microorganisms” (Shenker, 2017, p.12). The cells are breast-specific macrophages that produce lactoferrin, an iron-binding protein that helps the infant absorb and store protein, and lysozyme, an
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Cancer is one of the most lethal diseases that greatly contributes to the death toll of millions people around the globe, especially breast cancer. However, as technologies are being modernized, humans took a major step forward in the battle against cancer by inventing mammography. In the past few years, mammograms helped save countless women’s lives, and consequently, it’s currently one of the leading research programs that attracts attention of many scientists.
The concept is imperative since it promotes the overall health of infants and ensure that they achieve quality life through their development. That will reduce the number of complications that may result due to different opportunistic diseases such as ear infections, urinary tract infections, etc. Breast milk contains the best nutrients that will ensure the growth and development of the infant during various stages of development. It promotes the overall wellbeing of the child and improves the immunity of the
Breastfeeding is not only a lifestyle choice but also an important health care choice. Any amount of time that a mother can do it will help both her and the baby. Many benefits of breast milk are noted for mothers, babies, and others. Breast milk has disease-fighting cells called antibodies that help protect infants from germs, illness, and even SIDS. Infant formula cannot match the perfect chemical composition of human milk, specifically the cells, hormones, and antibodies that fight disease. The private practice of lactation
Women decide to breastfeed for the amazing benefits it leaves in the future for the baby. During the first six months it is crucial for a baby to get breastfed because it provides many necessary nutrients to promote an optimal infant weight gain. Breast milk produces antibodies that help resist harmful diseases and infections such as leukemia, lymphoma, pneumonia and eye and ear infections. There are two significant nutrients in breast milk which are not in store bought formula, protein and fats. Store bought formula do not contain the DHA and cholesterol that breast milk has which helps assist the infants cardiovascular and nervous system.
Breast milk contains the perfect type and amount of proteins and nutrients for a growing baby. Unlike formula, breast milk 's composition adjusts over time to meet the child 's needs at every stage of development (American Academy of Pediatrics , 8). The AAP says that the first milk produced is low in volume and high in protein. This make it easier for a new born to digest the milk. The first milk from the mother is called Colostrum. This can not be found in any formula. This first milk is crucial to an infants development . After birth, the colostrum gradually gives way to make milk with greater volume, lower protein, and higher in lactose and fat in accordance with an infants growing needs (American Academy of Pediatric, 8). There are many important ingredients found in breast milk and one of them is fatty acids. These fatty acids, unique to human milk, are responsible for the baby 's ability to facilitate optimal brain development . Along with nutrition and development, the infants immune system is dependent on the type of nurturing they receive. It is simple really, if the mother gets a cold while breastfeeding, chances are her baby will also get that cold. That sounds bad but following the cold are antibodies that are produced by the mother 's body in order to fight the cold. Now the baby not only has a cold but also has the tools in order to fight it and because of this process the babies immune system
Breast milk is best for infants. It reduces the risk for SIDS, which affects approximately 3,500 infants in the United States every year (“Sudden Unexpected Infant”). Babies, especially newborns are very fragile and they can get sick very easily and sometimes a small cold can result in hospitalization, but these odds can be reduced by breastfeeding because babies who are breastfed don 't get sick as often as those who are formula fed. Breast milk can prevent allergies, eczema, ear infections, and stomach problems (Adler). Breast milk also changes to suit a baby’s needs, for instance, it can provide antibodies to prevent an infant from getting sick and alter its
Asma mentioned a metaphor used by her doctor to describe her sexual condition after treatment who said ‘your ovaries are expired like an old lady’. At this point of the interview Asma cried because she felt different and experienced symptoms not associated with her age group.
We have been taught and are reminded frequently by public service announcements and by the medical community that when a woman discovers a lump on her breast she should go to the doctor immediately. Some women who have inflammatory breast cancer may remain undiagnosed for long periods, even while seeing their doctor to learn the cause of her symptoms.
An exclusively breastfeeding mother’s mammary glands produce a total of approximately 750 mL of milk per day. Synthesized from substances in the mother’s blood, breast milk contains all necessary nutrients for a baby’s healthy development. For example, human breast milk consists of a specific combination of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and vitamins. Additional milk components include minerals, electrolytes, and water. The nutrient concentrations fluctuate as lactogenesis progresses. Changes in milk composition and volume are controlled by multiple hormones, including cortisol, insulin, and prolactin. Along with composition, the volume of produced milk changes throughout lactogenesis. The
Breastmilk is the gold standard for infant nutrition. It provides unique proteins that protect from viruses and bacteria infections, E. Coli, and salmonella. The fats found in human breastmilk are necessary for brain, eye, and nervous system development. It also contains special carbohydrates that decrease unhealthy bacteria in the stomach, helping to fight off diarrhea. Breastmilk contains the vitamins and minerals that babies need for healthy growth and development. There are also several other components, only found in human breastmilk, that are living cells that help to fight infection and illness. Breastmilk completely meets a baby’s nutrition
Mastitis can be best defined as inflammation of the mammary gland and udder tissue. Mastitis is usually an immune response to a bacterial invasion in the teat canal, but it can also be caused by chemical, thermal, or a mechanical injury to the cows’ udder. There are several bacteria that can cause the disease. The bacteria are easily spread through the bedding cattle are kept in and through the production system; making mastitis a multi-factorial disease. Some studies have shown that environmental factors play a large role in the spreading of the disease. Mastitis is a major endemic in dairy cattle. It is easier to find mastitis in dairy cattle because they are handled every day, and their udders are much more visible than beef cattle that
Immunological benefits in breast milk is one of nature 's free antibiotic and shield for all newborn infants. These amazing cells have been something that scientists have been trying to mimic for centuries, but have not successfully made the exact formula. According to Duke University Medical Center a unique property found in mother 's milk helps protect infants from harmful illnesses and infections. “In the August issue of the journal Current Nutrition & Food Science, explains how breast milk, but not infant formula, fosters colonies of micro biotic flora in a newborn’s intestinal tract that aid nutrient absorption and immune system development.1” (Duke Medicine News and Communications, August 27, 2012 para 2) Infants that are exclusively breastfed not only in industrialized but also developing countries have higher chance of survival in the first six months of life than those that are