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I have been weaning my 7 mo. old for a few weeks now,and haven't breastfed her in a couple of days. I haven't been feeling well (headaches, tingling in hands and arms, backache, stomach pain) could this be related to weaning?

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no, this is not due to weaning. unless you had engorged breasts that got mastitis. ( they filled up with milk and are hard as rocks for days on end ) but if its only been a couple days, and you have nursed her for 7 months, I find it highly unlikely. You should seek medical attention to rule out anything health wise.

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