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[quote=Anonymous]Saw the other post about breastfeeding moms. This is something I personally experienced, and I wish I had heard of it earlier. I hope it's helpful to some of you. [quote] What is dysphoric milk ejection reflex (D-MER)? Dysphoric milk ejection reflex, or D-MER, is a condition that affects people who breastfeed (chest feed) or pump milk. It causes sudden and intense negative emotions just before you “let down” or release milk. It’s quick and lasts just a minute or two. However, it can cause intense unhappiness (dysphoria) and other unpleasant emotions. It can also happen if your breasts accidentally have a let down at any other time, which can be common during lactation. As the name suggests, this condition is a reflex and something you can’t control. Research is limited, but suggests it’s hormonally driven (related to the chemicals in your body). It’s physical, not psychological, and has nothing to do with not wanting to breastfeed or with having nipple pain. Rather, it’s your body reacting to the release of milk due to a sudden decrease in specific hormones. Treatment for D-MER involves using different coping strategies to promote relaxation and calming thoughts. Often, people find they’re able to manage symptoms after several weeks.[/quote] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24879-dysphoric-milk-ejection-reflex[/quote]
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