Re: Re: My doctors visit today

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I have heard that if one breastfeeds while on PTU, the baby's levels should

be checked regularly.

At 01:47 PM 10/29/2003, you wrote:

>I am currently 27 weeks pregnant and on PTU. As Debbie said, I have

>found that my levels have definitely improved during the pregnancy.

>I started on 300 mgs. PTU/daily and am now down to 75 mgs.

>PTU/daily. My reg. ob and high risk ob have both said that it is

>safe to breastfeed while on PTU. I know that it does pass through,

>but I (and they) feel that the benefits outweigh that fact. I have

>heard contrary ideas, but I know that for me, I will breastfeed. I

>hope this helps.

>

>Lori