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​Food Allergy Conditions & Symptoms
​Food Allergy Conditions & Symptoms
07/20/2017
...If your child has symptoms after eating certain foods, he or she may have a food allergy. But, what is a food allergy and what are the most common symptoms?...
Cow Milk Allergy Causes
Cow Milk Allergy Causes
03/28/2022
...Why some infants develop a milk allergy is unknown. An allergy is an abnormal response by the body’s immune system in response to one or several food allergens. Symptoms of cow milk allergy are caused by exposure to cow milk proteins. These signal the body to produce immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against the protein. When a person is allergic, any time the body “sees” the protein, the antibodies recognize it and release the chemicals...
Cow Milk Allergy Diagnosis and Tests
Cow Milk Allergy Diagnosis and Tests
...For an accurate cow milk allergy diagnosis, refer to your healthcare professional. Here are some tests that your healthcare professional may use to help diagnose a cow milk allergy. When a doctor suspects an infant might have a cow milk allergy, the trial food elimination is used most often. It may be followed by an oral food challenge to confirm that there is a food allergy....
Multiple Food Allergies in Babies
Multiple Food Allergies in Babies
08/01/2017
...Many families have children who suffer from cow milk allergy and at least one other food allergy. An allergy to more than one food is known as multiple food allergies. For instance, about one-third of cow milk allergy patients may develop allergies to other foods. Dealing with multiple food allergies can make life challenging for you and your child. Meals at home, dining out, play dates, and meeting nutritional needs can become obstacles....
FPIES: Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome
FPIES: Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome
09/25/2017
...Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome typically affects infants and young children. It is also called FPIES – pronounced like the letter “F” followed by the word “pies.” FPIES is a rare type of food allergy that affects the digestive tract. Symptoms show up a few hours after eating. The hallmark symptom is severe vomiting. There can also be diarrhea, lethargy, dehydration, low blood pressure, and low body temperature. Milk, soy, rice, and oats are some...
Spring and Seasonal Allergies
04/19/2011
...If you or a family member has seasonal allergies, which are triggered by environmental allergens like pollen, you probably know that spring can be a rough time of year, especially if you live in an area with a high pollen count. Here at Neocate, we hear from some parents that their children’s food allergy symptoms seem worse at this time of year. Let’s take some time to review the similarities and differences between...
Tips for Discussing Food Allergy Concerns with Your Child’s Pediatrician
01/07/2014
...appointment: What symptoms have you observed? Itching, swelling, skin rash (hives), vomiting, and difficulty breathing are the most common symptoms due to immediate onset (IgE mediated) food allergy. These can occur individually or collectively. What is the timing of onset? IgE mediated food allergies can occur within minutes of ingestion, almost always within a few hours. Delayed onset allergies (milk protein allergy in newborns) may not occur for 1-2 days. How long did the symptoms...
Multiple Food Allergy Diagnosis
Multiple Food Allergy Diagnosis
04/05/2022
...Refer to your healthcare professional for an accurate food allergy diagnosis....
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