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I am nursing but need at ct scan with contrast. how long do i need to pump and dump before it is safe to feed my baby again?

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Brest feeding: According to american collage of radiology guidelines you should abstain from breast feeding for 24 hours. You should express and discard breast milk from both breasts during that period.

Dr Linnell agreed

Answered 5/9/2014

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