Nipple or breast thrush is a label frequently attached to lactating individuals who have symptoms such as shooting pains or skin changes. But is this actually evidence-based? Looking at anatomy, physiology, microbiology and pharmacology, the very concept of nipple/breast thrush comes under scrutiny in this presentation.
IBLCE Content Outline (I, II, III, IV, VII)
I. Development & Nutrition
II. Physiology & Endocrinology
III. Pathology
IV. Pharmacology & Toxicology
VII. Clinical Skills
Naomi Dow
Dr Naomi Dow is a practicing GP, IBCLC, and breastfeeding medicine specialist. She is proud to be the first - and currently the only - GP/IBCLC in the UK offering dedicated breastfeeding medicine services. Naomi’s journey into lactation support began after the birth of her first child, when she trained as a breastfeeding peer supporter. She continues to volunteer in this role, providing compassionate, peer-to-peer guidance to families. Her clinical practice is deeply rooted in evidence-based care, which has shaped her professional focus. In addition to her clinical work, Naomi is a senior clinical lecturer at the University of Aberdeen, where she is actively involved in medical education, training future doctors. She also teaches healthcare professionals across the UK, promoting better understanding of lactation and infant feeding in medical practice. Naomi lives in Aberdeenshire, in the North-East of Scotland, with her husband and their two children.
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