Jaundice in the breastfed infant.
Maternal perception of insufficient milk is a widespread phenomenon in modern breastfeeding. This article addresses underlying physiology, feeding patterns, growth patterns, and medical complications as they impact milk supply and infant growth. The complexity of mother-infant factors leads to a broad differential diagnosis. Problem-oriented management is discussed with the goal of preventing low milk supply, intervening promptly for feeding problems, promoting infant growth, and preserving the breastfeeding relationship.
Department of Pediatrics, University of Chicago, Illinois, USA.
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Gartner
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KS
Lee
D001942:Breast Feeding / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007567:Jaundice, Neonatal / Q000209:etiology* / Q000503:physiopathology