In a message dated 6/8/2005 12:08:10 AM Eastern Standard Time,  
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ob sent  her to a breast surgeon
who has recommended weaning so they can do a  mammogram on "dry breasts",
and told mom her nipples are not good for  nursing. 


Ellen, this mother does not need to stop lactating to get a  mammogram.  She 
can pump just prior to a mammogram for her own  comfort.  In help of 
diagnosing her issue, they could start with an  ultrasound.  She can also have a biopsy 
of this lump and not wean.
I hope you can direct her to a more breastfeeding friendly surgeon.
Ann Perry, RN IBCLC
Boston, MA

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