Question 1

what is the definition or description of: lactation problems?

Accepted Answer

Lactation problems: Refers to challenges with breastfeeding. Can include problems with latch and milk transfer to infant.  Also can include inadequate supply for a variety of reasons. Also can include breast infection- mastitis as well as yeast infection on nipple.

Question 2

what what kind of provider do you see for lactation problems?

Accepted Answer

Lactation specialist: Lactation specialists are usually nurses that have experience in helping mother with their nursing issues. You can get referral from the nursery nurses, or look them up in the internet for one near you. There is a volunteer organization called "la leche league" that also helps nursing mothers all over the world.

Question 3

eat healthy. exercise. avoid smoking. why did i get lactation problems?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: There are several causes of "lactation problems" from the lack of prolactin hormone stimulating the milk ducts to inadequate sucking by the child. High anxiety mother's are generally less successful at breast feeding than mother's who are less anxious.

Question 4

my doctor diagnosed me with lactation problems. just checking - what's the best treatment.?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant or not?: The question is not very clear. Is the lactation problem post-partum and involves breast feeding? Initially there is colostrum and the full milk supply does not come in for several days warm compresses and a breast pump could help.If you are not pregnant and secreting from your nipples, a serum prolactin level and mammogram might be in order.

Question 5

why isnt oxytocin available for those with lactation problem?

Accepted Answer

It is dangerous: Oxytocin is used to augment labor, and is also the hormone that is involved in let-down in a lactating woman. It does not really increase milk supply as much as it allows the milk to release. It is only used in labor under very careful monitoring because it can drop someone's blood pressure. Fenugreek, metaclopromide, and pumping are better options to increase supply.

Question 6

will breast biopsy make your breast damaged and possibly have a problem in lactation in the future?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Usually a breast biopsy is by stereotactic means. This is the insertion of a needle into the breast. The amount of damage done to the breast is relatively small and should not significantly impact on the overall function of the breast in producing milk. If the biopsy is via surgery the damage may overall be more but again should not impact on the overall function.

Question 7

please read! do you have any lactation consultants here for a breast feeding problem?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Most large hospitals have them and you can call around.  Also, doula's are trained in this.

Question 8

what are lactation headaches?

Accepted Answer

Can help yourself: Lactation or breastfeeding headaches can be caused most commonly by weaning too quickly, exhaustion, dehydration, poor diet, stress, thyroid changes and hormonal changes, estrogen and oxytocin (control of milk release). Try to relax, eat a well balanced diet, and drink plenty of fluids.

Question 9

is chia seed good for lactation?

Accepted Answer

See below: It contains increased omega 3 levels, but no real effect on lactation.

Question 10

is there a way to induce lactation?

Accepted Answer

Lactation: Naturally, breast milk production increases by increased intake of liquid diet  ( eg apple juice, chicken soup etc.). Prescription medication used for enhancing breast milk production is -- reglan (metoclopramide).

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