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Nancy Mohrbacher <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:45:54 -0600
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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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