Questions for PanelDiscussion on Breastfeeding Issues for sensitizationProgramme for Doctors, nurses and community. 1. We pediatricians are always denouncingbottle-feeding? What are the reasons for this? Q. 2. Whydoes bottle-feeding cause diarrhea? What is physiologicalQ. 3. Whydoes it cause otitis media? Can breastmilk causeQ. 4. Somebottle-fed infants are chubby while others areunderweight? Can you explain? Q. 5. Howdoes artificial feeding predispose to allergies? Q. 6. Howdoes artificial feeding increase risk of IDDMand heart disease? Q. 7. Is itcriminal to use a bottle? Are there any specialsituations where bottle-feeding may be necessary? Q. 8. Whatis nipple confusion? Q. 9. Howdoes bottle-feeding contribute to environmentalQ. 10. Couldyou tell how much does it cost to feed a 3 monthsold with tinned formula for a month? Q. 11. Itis observed that bottle fed children perform lesswell in school as compared to breastfed children? Comment and give reasons. Q. 12. OurGovt. has taken an initiative to protect breastfeedingby passing the Infant Milk Substitutes and FeedingBottles act. Can you tell us the important componentsof the act? How can us doctors be vigilant aboutmaterial provided at Breastfeedingindia.org is provided for educationaland informational purposes only. Consult with your doctor regardingthe advisability of any opinions or recommendations with respectto your individual situation.