Question 1

what can be done for a milk allergy in toddlers?

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Avoid milk: In deference to the milk industry lobby, it is not a necessary part of a kids diet.It is a convenient source of calcium for bone growth, but there are others. Some milk allergic kids can tolerate it if the milk protein is broken up in baking or other cooking processes, so all foods with milk are not necessarily excluded. Work with your pcp or allergist to find a happy balance.

Question 2

what makes a milk allergy different from intolerance?

Accepted Answer

Lactose intolerance: True milk allergy is ige mediated and involves - hives, wheezing, skin rashes, anaphylaxis.  Milk intolerance - most notably - lactose intolerance,  is associated with loose bowel movements, abdominal cramps and gas, is due to a deficiency of the enzyme lactase.

Question 3

is a milk allergy curable?

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It can go away: There is no "cure" for milk allergy.  Usually true milk allergy is seen in babies and young children and many children may grow out of it.  There are some cutting edge desensitization protocols for food allergies but these are still considered mainly experimental and are not considered cures.

Question 4

do most babies outgrow a milk allergy?

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It depends: Many babies outgrow a lactose intolerance, but some do not outgrow an allergy to milk proteins. If your baby is on a non-milk formula, your doctor may suggest a trial of a milk-based formula at some stage. Talk with your child's doctor.

Question 5

can a milk allergy develop in a one year old?

Accepted Answer

Yes possible: 1 year olds can develop milk allergy. However, it is important to rule out other causes. Depending on what type of allergic reaction you think the milk is causing, there could be other contributing factors. Before eliminating a food from your child's diet, recommend seeing a specialist for proper diagnosis.

Question 6

how long will a milk allergy last in a baby and will it go away?

Accepted Answer

Varies: True ige mediated allergy  usually goes away. How long it lasts depends on each individual.  See an allergist who will help evaluate your child.

Question 7

if i had a milk allergy, what would happen to me if i drank a glass of milk?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Different reactions could occur as a manifestation of milk allergy most commonly rashes (eczema or hives) or GI symptoms (usually pain or diarrhea).  Eosinophilic esophagitis, an allergic reaction in the esophagus is often associated with milk allergy. Other manifestations include nasal symptoms, especially congestion, or wheezing.  And the most severe manifestion of milk allergy is anaphylaxis.

Question 8

is it possible for you to have a milk allergy and be lactose intolerant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes you can get both. Lactose intolerance individuals get abdominal cramp, gases, diarrhea when consuming milk or dairy products. Symptoms depend on the severity of your intolerance and the amount of milk you consume. Symptoms should resolve within a week of avoiding milk. Milk allergy in the other hand can cause hives, eczema, abdo pain, blood in stool, and worst, throat closing or anaphylaxis.

Question 9

how to determine if i have a milk allergy?

Accepted Answer

Milk allergy: As an adult you would more than likely have gastrointestinal sxs
could also be a lactose intolerance which is an inability to digest to sugary component in milk.

Question 10

what are the initial signs of a milk allergy?

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Skin and GI: Milk allergy usually begins in infancy. Most children have rashes (eczema or hives) and GI symptoms (pain and diarrhea). Less common are nasal and chest symptoms.  Chronic constipation in infants and children is rarely due to true milk allergy.  In young children the initial manifestation of milk allergy can be anaphylaxis, a severe systemic reaction.

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