Introduction
Milk powder is one of the most important foods for babies, but some babies are allergic to milk powder. Milk powder allergy refers to an allergic reaction in infants to some of its ingredients, such as lactose, protein and lecithin. Once you find that your child is allergic to milk powder, you need to stop using milk powder in time and consult a doctor.
Skin symptoms
Milk powder allergy often manifests as skin symptoms. The most common is eczema, which usually appears on a baby\’s face and other parts of the body. Eczema will appear as a small rash in the early stages of the disease. As the condition worsens, the rash will become more severe. The epidermis will be dry, peeling, and peeling due to lack of moisture. There may also be other symptoms such as redness, swelling, and itching.
Digestive system symptoms
Milk powder allergy can also cause digestive problems. Babies may experience diarrhea, vomiting, or loose bowel movements. When babies continue to drink milk powder containing allergens, it can cause gastrointestinal problems, such as nausea and abdominal discomfort. Diarrhea is one of the most noticeable symptoms of a formula allergy because it can last anywhere from 7 to 10 days.
Respiratory symptoms
Some babies develop breathing difficulties, asthma, and nasal congestion after exposure to allergen ingredients. When breastfeeding has not started or during breastfeeding, the baby\’s nasal cavity and respiratory system will shrink and swell, making breathing extremely difficult and movement inconvenient. These symptoms may last for several hours as the baby\’s life continues to develop.
Other symptoms
Milk allergy may also cause other symptoms such as fatigue, insomnia, vulnerability, headaches or dizziness. When the baby\’s allergen components are digested, the residue will remain in the blood, which can easily lead to the occurrence of other symptoms. Sometimes, babies may behave abnormally because allergies cause them to have twitches and other irregular movements in their limbs.
Summary
Allergy to milk powder is one of the common problems encountered by babies, especially in the first few months of life. If your child shows allergy symptoms or other discomfort, you should stop using formula immediately and consult your doctor to deal with possible allergies. I believe that in the days to come, we can continue to work hard so that more babies with similar symptoms can receive timely diagnosis and treatment, helping them to better survive this stage of development and grow up healthily.
