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Is breast feeding from the right side is contraindicated in a women had a breast cancer in the left side?
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No: In fact, one may even be able to breastfeed from the affected side following a lumpectomy, although this is significantly diminished following radiation therapy.
Answered 12/5/2014
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No: It would not be contraindicated, but you should check with you doctors before starting.
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