Cow Milk Allergy Signs and Symptoms in Babies

 
 

A child may experience cow milk allergy (CMA) symptoms and signs right away or within the first week of adding cow milk to their diet. It’s common for babies to have several symptoms at once. Also, many symptoms are not unique to cow milk allergy, which can make it hard to identify. Being on the lookout for the signs of cow milk allergy may help it be recognized and managed sooner.

COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF COW MILK ALLERGY

COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF COW MILK ALLERGYCOMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF COW MILK ALLERGY

GASTROINTESTINAL SYMPTOMS

  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Blood and/or mucus in the stool
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Reflux
  • Excessive spitting up
  • Persistent gassiness

BEHAVIORAL SYMPTOMS

  • Excessive fussiness
  • Sleeplessness
  • Colic

COMMON SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF COW MILK ALLERGYSKIN SIGNS

RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT ISSUES

  • Poor weight gain
  • Poor growth
CMPA Symptom Checker

CMPA Symptom Checker

Don’t want to overlook a possible milk allergy? If you suspect your baby may have a food allergy, make an appointment with the doctor right away. These eight questions can help you talk to your healthcare professional about your concerns. 

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Cow Milk Allergy Products

Talk to your healthcare provider to determine which Neocate products are right for you.

Neocate® Syneo® Infant
Neocate® Syneo® Infant
The first and only hypoallergenic formula with prebiotics and probiotics, specifically designed for food-allergic infants.
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Neocate® Splash
Neocate® Splash
The first and only ready-to-feed hypoallergenic formula designed to address the growing nutritional and lifestyle needs of toddlers, older children and teens. Available in: Unflavored, Orange-Pineapple, Grape, and Tropical.
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Neocate® Infant DHA/ARA
Neocate® Infant DHA/ARA
Neocate® Infant is the original hypoallergenic amino acid-based formula, designed for food-allergic infants.
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Neocate® Nutra
Neocate® Nutra
The first and only hypoallergenic, amino acid-based, solid food. Pudding style consistency, ideal for spoon feeding.
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Neocate® Junior
Neocate® Junior
The only hypoallergenic formula that is available with or without prebiotic fiber to help support digestive health and specifically designed to address the growing nutritional and lifestyle needs of toddlers and older children. Available in: Unflavored, Vanilla, Strawberry, Chocolate and Tropical.
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Duocal
Duocal
A unique energy supplement that can be added to foods and beverages without altering the taste or texture when more calories are needed in the diet.
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