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Jane, Please see pp. 532-33 of the 2003 edition of the BAB. The only
contraindication for breastfeeding is if a mother receives radiation in
her breasts, because it can affect breast function. Like x-rays,
radiation does not affect the milk.
I hope this helps.
Nancy Mohrbacher, IBCLC, FILCA, LLLL
Lactation Consultant, Ameda Breastfeeding Products
Chicago suburbs, whre the snow is gently falling and temperatures are frigid
Jane writes:
>I have a mom who has had some surgery to remove a tumor on the knee who has
> been told that she may need radiation for prevention of recurrence (it has
> not yet been identified as malignant or not). Any information out there on
> radiation to an appendage and its effect on breastfeeding?
>
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