I have a client who is facing a splenectomy after aneurysm of the splenic
artery. Although surgery is going to be delayed 1 month and her premature
infant is doing well she is concerned about the future. The internist has
mentioned that she will be on drugs forever. Has anyone had experience
with breastfeeding after a splenectomy. Right now since emergency c-section
and surgery with blood loss she has been fatigued . Pumping has been
unsuccessful and sporatic. She will be discharged soon and hopes to nurse
and produce milk. Mom and infant have been at different hospitals.
Liz Spannraft IBCLC