Hi Sarah,

Has she had a diagnosis of what is causing the joint pain - arthritis, or
something else?

According to Breastfeeding Answers Made Simple:  Rheumatoid arthritis - many
mothers with rheumatoid arthritis experience a remission from their symptoms
beginning in the second trimester of pregnancy and ending with their return
about 3 to 5 months postpartum.  For many mothers, the hormonal changes of
breastfeeding actually help prolong their remission.  A number of meds are
considered compatible with breastfeeding - ibuprofen, aspirin,
acetaminophen, meperidine, and some of the antirheumatic drugs, including
steroids.

This mom will likely need some support in working with her doctor to find a
medication that will help while preserving breastfeeding.

Ingrid Tilstra
La Leche League Canada Leader
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

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Subject: Joint pain

Hi all,I have permission to post.  A mum has just phoned me asking if
breastfeeding is causing her joint pain.  Some days she can barely walk.
The pain came on when baby was about 10 weeks. Baby is now 17 weeks.  She
had a stroke 8 years ago and is left with some right side weakness.  She
also has epilepsy and is on 'Tegretol'.  She is already lying down or lying
back to breastfeed.  She would wean the baby if she thought it would help
her symptoms.
From what I have just read up the high prolactin levels may be causing the
pain.  So my questions are'Would weaning resolve her pain?''Is there
anything compatible with breastfeeding she could do to reduce the pain?'This
poor mummy has had such a hard time.
Thanks in advance,Sarah McCann.LLL LeaderIBCLC in PP

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