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    Formaldehyde

    Hi Dr Hale,
    I have a mom that is going to have formaldehyde treatment on the soles of her feet to remove warts. This will be a topical treatment 2-3 times. Is it safe for her to breastfeed?? I couldn't find any information on the topical use of this but know that most topical treatments are safe while breastfeeding.
    Thanks for any information you might have.
    Melissa Bowers
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    Melissa:

    Yes, the mom should be able to return to breastfeeding. I'd suggest she wait a few hours (3 at most). Formaldehyde is easily metabolized by the human and little would be absorbed from the feet.

    Just have her wait a while before returning to breastfeeding.

    Tom Hale Ph.D.
    InfantRisk Center

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