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Can a hiv pos mother breastfeed her baby without transfering d virus unto the baby?
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No: Unfortunately, breastfeeding remains very risky when the mother is HIV infected, and can lead to transmission; due to this, it is not recommended, especially in developed countries where access to clean water is plentiful in order to make formula.
Answered 12/31/2015
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