Hello Jenny,

        I just finished writing an article on thyroid problems in
breastfeeding mothers. Symptoms of hyperthyroid conditions are:
.       goiter (an enlarged thyroid gland)
.       fatigue
.       nervousness
.       irritability
.       feeling hot
.       rapid heartbeat
.       inability to concentrate
.       trembling hands
.       muscle weakness
.       weight loss
.       increased perspiration
.       difficulty sleeping
.       increased bowel movements
.       fine, brittle hair

        Another thought...How old is this mother? Perhaps these are hot
flashed related to peri-menopause.

>A mom whose 16-month old  recently self-weaned has contacted me,
complaining that ever since >he weaned, mom has been sweating really badly.

Judy Gutowski, BA, IBCLC, RLC
Breastfeeding Matters
Western PA, USA
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