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A member asked:
Can i breast feed while prepping for a colonoscopy? my 4 month old won't take a bottle.
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Maybe: Most colon preps are not absorbed from the colon and are safe in breast fedding. These are go-lytly or mag citrate. Be cautious with pill laxatives. The breast milk may become slightly more concentrated, so stay hydrated.
Answered 5/1/2012
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Yes: However be sure to drink additional fluid so you are not dehydrated from the prep and the breast feeding. You also may want to ask about the affects of the anesthetic agents on your milk for 24-48 hours post procedure. If anesthesia or pediatrician is concerned you may need to store some milk in advance of procedure to use in the post op period.
Answered 5/2/2012
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Yes: Hydrate well. But, after sedation, most would recommend ou pump and discard for 24 hours.
Answered 8/5/2012
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