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Efficacy and Safety of Topical Application of Breast Milk Compared with Lanolin for Reducing Nipple Cracks and Pain in Breastfeeding Mothers: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials

A systematic review and meta-analysis published 2026-07-23 comparing topical breast milk and lanolin for reducing nipple cracks and pain in breastfeeding mothers. The study synthesizes randomized clinical trial evidence on efficacy and safety.

Categories: public-health, science-and-space

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
6/10
Geographic reach
1/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
2/10
Positivity
5/10
Urgency
1/10

Why it matters

The study evaluates treatments for nipple cracks and pain in breastfeeding mothers.

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