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Subject:	Re: Need help: Infant with Low zinc levels, Excema, other skin conditions
From:	lara lara <[log in to unmask]>
Reply To:	Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
Date:	Wed, 17 Aug 2016 18:50:19 +0800
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On 16 Aug 2016, at 11:02 PM, Kris Nilson <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> Mom of a 4 month old exclusively breastfed infant called stating she and infant have low zinc levels. She asked if she should stop breastfeeding or supplement with formula to increase infant's zinc levels? 

This is particularly common in preterm babies. Other risk factors include vegan/vegetarian mothers, some medications, and absorption issues like short bowel syndrome. 

 The answer, if there are no underlying issues that need addressing, is usually to keep breastfeeding and give the baby an appropriate prescribed zinc supplement.

Lara Hopkins
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