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This document discusses maternal infectious diseases and breastfeeding. It recommends that breastfeeding should usually be continued even if the mother has an infection, as breast milk provides protection to the infant. Only a few infections, such as active tuberculosis or HIV, require interrupting or avoiding breastfeeding. For most bacterial, fungal and viral infections, the benefits of breastfeeding outweigh the risks of transmission to the infant. Proper hygiene and treatment of the mother are recommend

Author

Valdis Suryan

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EN