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I stopped nursing my second child almost 20 months ago and i'm still lactating. not a lot but definitely can express milk. is this normal?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Galactorrhea: It may be normal but have your doctor check your prolactin levels.

Answered 5/6/2014

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