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Raised cholesterol and breastfeeding
When I was working as an independent pharmacist prescriber my main role was to look at primary prevention of cardio vascular disease – identifying factors which raised the risk of people to have a heart attack or stroke in the next 10 years. I used an online calculator using various data like BMI, smoking status, […]
Scleratherpy and Breastfeeding
Another question not frequently asked but something I have been meaning to write for ages. Hope it helps for those who need to have this procedure. Scleratherapy and Breastfeeding Factsheet Sclerotherapy is a means of treating varicose veins. Varicose veins are swollen and enlarged veins that usually occur on the legs and feet. They may […]
Pharmacological methods of weaning versus conservative weaning
I have recently written an article for ELACTA on a subject that causes so many problems. Just this week I received this question ” I have a 30 week prem baby, I didnt want to braestfeed so they gave me a single dose of cabergoline and the baby is having donor breastmilk. I’ve changed my […]
Raynaud’s and Breastfeeding
Raynaud’s phenomenon affects up to 10% of otherwise healthy women aged 21-50 years of age. It is 9 times more common in women than men. Yet many doctors are unaware that Raynaud’s can affect breastfeeding. It produces deep pain after feeds with a mother often automatically covering her nipples or massaging them to restore the […]
Steroid injections and Breastfeeding
PDF https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/steroid-injection-and-breastfeeding.pdf Steroid injections, are anti-inflammatory medicines used to treat a range of conditions such as joint pain, arthritis, and sciatica. If you’re having an injection to relieve pain, it will usually also contain local anaesthetic. This provides immediate pain relief that lasts up to a few hours. They can be given in several different […]
Local anaesthetics and Breastfeeding
PDF https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/local-anaesthetic-and-breastfeeding.pdf Local anaesthetics are quite widely used in society from repairing the damaged perineum in childbirth to tooth fillings and extractions as well as biopsies of the breast. I find it fascinating that women are still advised to interrupt breastfeeding for a period after the injection. If you think about this from a common […]
Sore throat, tonsilitis and Breastfeeding
PDF https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/sore-throat-and-tonsilitis-and-breastfeeding.pdf Most of us can identify with the pain of a sore throat when having symptoms of a cold, although sore throats can also manifest as tonsilitis which is inflammation of the tonsils, two oval-shaped pads of tissue at the back of the throat — one tonsil on each side. Signs and symptoms of […]
Cystitis and Breastfeeding
PDF https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/cystitis-and-breastfeeding.pdf Cystitis is defined as a urinary tract infection (UTI) that affects the bladder. It’s common, particularly in women. It often gets better by itself, but may sometimes be treated with antibiotics. Some people get cystitis frequently and may need regular or long-term treatment. Early symptoms of cystitis can be treated by drinking lots […]
Anti-diarrhoea medication and Breastfeeding
PDF https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/anti-diarrhoea-meds-and-breatsfeeding.pdf This information is largely taken from my book Breastfeeding and Medication (Routledge 2017) Diarrhoea is defined as passing looser, watery or more frequent poo (stools) than is normal for you. It affects most people from time to time and is usually nothing to worry about. It can be distressing and unpleasant. It normally […]
Orlistat for Weight Loss and Breastfeeding
orlistat and breastfeeding (2018) See also https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/fact-sheet/semaglutide-and-breastfeeding Orlistat Brand name: Xenical®, Alli® Orlistat is a lipase inhibitor and reduces the absorption of dietary fat. It is used in conjunction with a hypocalorific diet with a low-fat level. Orlistat may reduce the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins. There is no information on its use in lactation although […]