Jane writes: Also, remember when brain surgery is done and actually almost any surgery where anesthesia is used, medications are given to dry up secretions. Think about how we tell moms not to use pseudoephedrine because it can "dry up" the milk. After brain surgery, patients are given medications to decrease brain swelling, a severe problem, as you might imagine. These medications would probably have an impact on milk production. ~ Ah, one of the beauties of Lactnet: the array of professional histories and experiences we bring and share. This is both fascinating, makes sense, and very illuminating. Peace, Judy Judy LeVan Fram, PT, IBCLC, LLLL Brooklyn, NY, USA *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome