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Serotonin Transport and Metabolism in the Mammary Gland Modulates Secretory Activation and Involution

Aaron M. Marshall, Laurie Nommsen‐Rivers, Laura L. Hernandez, Kathryn G. Dewey, Caroline J. Chantry, Karen A. Gregerson, Nelson D. Horseman

The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism · 2009 · 73 citations · 30 references

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Medications that perturb serotonin balance dysregulate lactation, and the effects are consistent with those predicted by the physiological effects of intramammary 5-HT bioactivity. Mothers taking serotonergic drugs may need additional support to achieve their breastfeeding goals.

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