The Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex and Effect of Frenotomy on Breast Pain

A discussion between Anne Eglash, MD and Karen Bodnar, MD

The dysphoric milk ejection reflex is an infrequently described phenomenon, when women notice emotional changes linked to their milk let-down reflex. We review symptoms and a theory of causality. We also report on new, stronger evidence that frenotomy is associated with improved breast pain.

Recorded in September 2012. Approx 18 minutes.