Can a child be breastfed after receiving an anti-inflammatory injection?

Patient's question:

I am a patient who recently left your hospital. I would like to ask, my child is just three months old. I stayed in your hospital for five days for treatment of gynecological inflammation and received anti-inflammatory injections. I was discharged yesterday. When can I breastfeed my child? Thank you.

Doctor's answer:

Women who are breastfeeding should avoid using antibiotics after taking them, as the drug can be secreted into breast milk after the body processes it. Even in small amounts, it may affect the baby, potentially causing allergic symptoms. Therefore, it is generally recommended that mothers who have taken anti-inflammatory drugs temporarily stop breastfeeding. Instead, the baby can be given some formula milk, and breastfeeding should be resumed once the symptoms disappear.
Lifestyle Care:
During the period of suspension, it is best to regularly express milk from the breasts to facilitate continued breastfeeding in the future.
Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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