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Is excessive use of breast pump harmful

2020-05-31 08:57:43
Is excessive use of breast pump harmful. Approximately 6-8 times in 24 hr. I use manual breast pump. Please suggest.
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Hi there, It's not harmful for you if you are maintaining proper hygiene and using adequate sterilization technique to keep it clean. If possible use natural method of breastfeeding.

Answered2020-05-31 15:37:24

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I don't think it is harmful . except it can cause pain in the breasts.
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But better avoid as sterilisation is very important .
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unless properly sterlised , infection occurs for the baby .

Answered2020-05-31 10:52:19

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Hi. No it is not harmful .

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