A new mother with a thyroid disorder has come for a lactation follow-up appointment.Which thyroid disorder is a contraindication for breastfeeding?
A) Hyperthyroidism
B) Phenylketonuria (PKU)
C) Hypothyroidism
D) Thyroid storm

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is not a thyroid disorder; it's a metabolic disorder that affects the body's ability to break down the amino acid phenylalanine. However, among the options given, it's the only one that could be considered a contraindication for breastfeeding if not properly managed, because it requires strict dietary management to prevent intellectual disability in the infant. The other conditions listed are thyroid-related and generally do not contraindicate breastfeeding with appropriate medical management.

A New Mother with a Thyroid Disorder Has Come for a Lactation