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Friday, June 13, 2008 karolyn asks

Q: is it possible to have a first migraine due to ceasing breastfeeding?

Never had a migraine before.  My mom used to get them and suffered a brain anerysm 15 years ago at 45.  She passed away.  My sister got migraines throughout her life and had a CT scan to ensure no aneryms.  I had never had one until 2 weeks ago. I am 33 and I was having trouble speaking and couldn't read. Then I felt my arm and face go tingly prior to having a headache on the left side.  Went and had a CT scan, talked to my doctor and a neurologist who said the brain scan was normal and there was no sign of a stroke or anerysm.  I started feeding my baby solid food about 5 weeks ago and have noticed that my milk is not coming in as much.  I am trying to continue to breastfeed but have definately noticed a difference.  Could this cause a migraine?  My doctor has put me on 10mg of Celexa to deal with the anxiety and depression.  thanks!

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Teri Robert, Health Guide
6/17/08 11:02am

Dear Karolyn,

 

Your question has been answered in our Ask the Clinician column. Please see First Migraine due to ceasing breastfeeding?

 

Teri

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