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A 29-year-old female asked:

It's approximately 2 years since i've stopped breastfeeding my last born. however i noticed my breast refills with milk and i leak milk occasionally. why hasn't my milk dried up. ?

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Dr. John Berryman
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Obstetrics and Gynecology 56 years experience
Residual breast milk: After two years since ceasing breast feeding, sexual activity involving the breast with oral stimulation may result in continued production of some lactation. If this is not a possibility with your practices, there are medications which can stop all milk production.
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