Hello all,

Patient and her physician have given me permission to post this. Mother delivered her third baby on 1/11/14 at 37 2/7 weeks. This is her first time breastfeeding, and up until a few days ago everything was ""going great"  Mom had begun to notice hives on her abdomen and down one leg when she breastfed . She attempted pumping, and the breast turned "very red" and got hives "all over it". She discontinued pumping and has been breastfeeding only. The hives seem to appear with every let down. She has had relief from the itching with Benadryl, but the hives remain. A search of Lawrence's Breastfeeding Guide for the Medical Profession suggested a daily Claritin antihistamine, but did not have a long description of the condition. The only other unusual occurance in mother's history is a blood patch on 1/14/14 for headache. Infant is growing and gaining well. Mom is using the Medela Symphony pump. She has made no changes is detergent, diet, or body care products. Your wisdom and insight are much appreciated! 

Kindly,
Leslie Cree, IBCLC
Kate Lupo, MD

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