What are the symptoms of milk powder allergy?
Disease description:
I'm planning to wean my baby off breast milk. Today he drank some formula milk and developed pimples on his skin. I'm not sure if it's an allergic reaction. I'd like to know what the symptoms of a milk formula allergy are.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
The symptoms of formula milk allergy are diverse and can mainly be categorized as follows:
1. Skin symptoms: The most common manifestations are eczema and urticaria, possibly accompanied by skin redness, itching, and swelling. Eczema may appear on the head and face and potentially spread throughout the body, while urticaria may present as large, hive-like rashes.
2. Gastrointestinal symptoms: These include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloating. In severe cases, blood may appear in the stool. Infants may cry frequently due to discomfort and may even refuse to consume formula milk.
3. Respiratory symptoms: Such as coughing, wheezing, nasal congestion, and runny nose. These symptoms may manifest as allergic rhinitis or asthma.
4. Systemic symptoms: Long-term allergy may affect the infant's growth and development, leading to slow weight gain and malnutrition.
Some infants may also exhibit irritability, frequent crying, and conjunctivitis. If the above symptoms occur, prompt medical attention is recommended, along with adjustment of the feeding method.
