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Is there any way to stop milk secretion?

Dr Sangeeta Saxena
Assistant Commissioner (Child Health), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare,
Govternment of India

Q: I haven't breastfed for 4 months but I am still secreting milk. How can I stop this?

A:Drying of breast milk depends on how much milk is still left. If the quantity has been decreasing for the past 4 months, it will dry up on its own. If it is troubling you, please consult a gynaecologist, as after a medical examination, the doctor can give you some hormonal medication transiently which will stop the milk secretion.