• J Hum Lact · Sep 1990

    Case Reports

    The importance of the identification of ankyloglossia (short lingual frenulum) as a cause of breastfeeding problems.

    • G E Notestine.
    • J Hum Lact. 1990 Sep 1; 6 (3): 113-5.

    AbstractThe short lingual frenulum can be a cause of breastfeeding problems, including sore and damaged nipples and inadequate feedings. This article describes two cases, discusses the difficulty in recognizing the condition, and describes the role of primary care providers in the recognition, diagnosis, and surgical treatment of the short lingual frenulum.

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