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Do i need to pump 'n dump after mri w/ contrast? if so, for how long? this question is for radiologists to answer. thank you!
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No,: according to ACR recommendations it is safe to continue breast feeding after receiving MRI contrast. Here is the link to the full guideline: http://www.acr.org/~/media/ACR/Documents/PDF/QualitySafety/Resources/Contrast%20Manual/2015_Contrast_Media.pdf/#page=104
Answered 8/12/2015
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