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Q: Dairy allergy?
I was just answering a question to do with reflux and colic and someone suggested it could be an allergy to dairy. Could someone please explain what the symptoms are for such an allergy? Is the baby's bowel movements watery or a different colour? Any advice would be great!!

A: bm's are generally a little bit looser, baby may be spitting up more, or have BAD gas afterwards. My son has a dairy intolerance (don't yet know if it's an allergy), and he has all these symptoms when I have milk.

Q: How did you know your baby had a casein/dairy protein/soy protein allergy? What are the symptoms?
I have had a screaming baby since she was 10 days old and she is 9 weeks old today. She has green watery stools and recently blood in her stools also (they were just specks before). I am exclusively breastfeeding and hardly eat dairy - just in my two cups of tea a day and the milk solids you find in bread and margarine (and I guess the other processed foods an average person would eat so hardly a milkshake a day girl). I have a pediatrician's appointment in two days (the waiting list was very long) and General Practioners have no clue. Someone please guide me as I've hit rock bottom.

A: I'm sorry that my child didn't have a milk / soy / dairy allergy, but she was lactose intolerant. She screamed and screamed and screamed. She had constipation one day, the runs the next. Some days she would be ok... sometimes she wouldn't. Finally at about 2 months I couldn't take it anymore and took her to the ER. (After about 7 doctors appts) The ER doctor listened to her Belly and concluded she was lactose intolerant and put her on lactose free formula. NOT SOY! It worked. She is still intolerant but can handle small quantities of Milk. Hope I helped a little...

Q: Is it possible for a dairy allergy to suddenly come on?
For the past few days after I eat dairy I get severe tummy pains and other symptoms of an allergy. I've never experienced this before. I get these pains and stuff about 10minutes after eating. This just started happening when I had a milkshake about a week ago and now I notice it every time I have dairy. Is it worth getting it checked out? I had an allergy test about 10 years ago and that was negative for dairy. Thanks.

A: I was lactose intolerant as a child, then through my teenage years I wasn't. But after my daughter was born 5 years ago, I WAS again! I remember reading that dairy allergies can develop if you go a while without having any dairy.

Q: what are the symptoms of a dairy allergy??


A: "A dairy allergy is the immune system's response to one or more of the proteins found in cow's milk" Link given for rest

Q: is it possible to get really red after dairy from a dairy allergy?
my arms and face get really red after eating dairy. is this a symptom of an allergy? anyone ever had this?

A: it's symptoms of an allergy to dairy and the lactose or milk protein (casein) contained therein ....... your body is trying to eliminate what it perceives as a toxin the quickest and easiest way it knows how ..... to eliminate it through the skin...... hence the redness and irritation. perhaps this link will be of use to you ~ http://www.allergy.org.au/aer/infobulletins/food_intolerence.htm try to eliminate eating the dairy for 2 - 3 days and see if the irritation subsides ....... ensure that you eat enough leafy and green vegies in the meantime to maintain adequate calcium and magnesium levels ...... green vegies like broccolli, kale, chard, celery, buk choy are all rich in both calcium and magnesium as are organic almonds, brazil nuts and sunflower seeds......... and get yourself off to a naturopath for allergy testing. peace baby ♥

Q: dairy allergy?
symptoms include flatulence, sore throat, congested feeling, (like i have a cold) these symptoms after eating cheese pizza or anything dairy

A: It's very possible, you could always get allergy tested. Or you could be lactose intolerant

Q: What are symptoms of dairy allergies?
Thanks so much peace and love

A: A dairy allergy is the immune system's response to one or more of the proteins found in cow's milk. Dairy products are one of the most frequent food allergens. Although most individuals develop a milk allergy as infants, it can also be acquired later in life. While two to three percent of all infants have milk allergies, by the age of four, 60 percent will have outgrown their milk allergy, and by age six, 80 percent. Some, however, never outgrow it. How does a dairy allergy develop? Many protein allergens contained in cow's milk can cause allergic reactions. Casein and whey are the two main components. Casein is the curd that forms when milk is left to sour, while the watery part that’s left after the curd is removed is the whey. Casein accounts for 80 percent of the protein in milk, and is the prime allergen found in cheese. The harder the cheese, the more casein it contains. Whey accounts for the other 20 percent of milk, and contains two major allergenic proteins – alpha-lactalbumin and beta-lactaglobulin. What are the symptoms of a dairy allergy? The symptoms of a dairy allergy can manifest themselves in the skin, the digestive system or the respiratory system. Skin reactions may include an itchy red rash, hives, eczema, allergic "shiners" (black eyes), and swelling of lips, mouth, tongue, face or throat. Digestive system reactions might include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas, bloating or abdominal cramps. Respiratory system reactions include a runny nose, sneezing, watery or itchy eyes, nasal congestion, wheezing, shortness of breath or coughing, and even anaphylactic shock. Some children may show reddish ear lobes or a glazed look in their eyes. Additional symptoms attributed to a milk allergy include bed-wetting, lethargy and inattentiveness. Treatment The primary treatment for a dairy allergy is avoidance. Depending on the severity of your allergy, this could mean either totally eliminating dairy foods from your diet, or eating them occasionally. A rotation diet, which involves alternating the foods that you eat, is sometimes recommended. A food intolerance is an adverse reaction to a food that does not involve the immune system. An example is lactose intolerance, which is when the digestive system is unable to break down the lactose (milk sugar) in dairy products due to a lactase enzyme deficiency. This can be caused by several things, but in adults, it usually comes about gradually. Symptoms may include: gas, diarrhea, and bloating. Check with your physician - there are several tests used for diagnosis, such as: the blood glucose test; the hydrogen breath test; and the stool acidity test. Treatment involves avoidance and/or the use of lactase enzymes and lactose-reduced dairy products. for more information on diabetes related info visit http://www.reddiabetes.com

Q: Dairy allergy or intolerance?
My mom recently told me that she read an article about some of the abnormal symptoms of dairy allergies. She said that an allergy can cause dark circles under the eyes and sinus infections. I eat a fair amount of dairy -- and yes, I have really dark circles under my eyes and suffer from chronic sinus infections. I also have painful sinus headaches pretty much every day. Have any of you ever had these symptoms that were related to a dairy allergy or intolerance? I wish I knew exactly where she read this, but for now I'd just like your opinion. I will give 10 points to the most informative answer. Thank you in advance. :-)

A: First, I'm not a doctor. Dairy products have been known to produce mucus, which is why you are told to avoid them when you have a cold or other type of upper respiratory congestion. I don't think you really have an allergyto dairy; likely more of a sensitivity. Allergies to something else in your environment like dust mites or pollen may be causing the sinus problems and adding dairy on top of that makes your condition chronic. The only other thing I've heard about problems with dairy is lactose intolerance, which usually affects the digestive system. A person can be born with this or it can develop later. You may also have what they call "immature" sinus, where the sinus are very small and therefore even the slightest congestion can sit and become infected. The only way to determine this is through an examination. Your general physician may recommend an x-ray. As to what to do about it, you may just have to take an antihistamine every day to fight the allergy part. Many decongestants contain pseudephedrine, which is pretty much speed, but you could also try an over-the-counter product such as Mucinex. Personally, I have found flushing the sinus with an approved saline solution on a daily basis is a drug-free way to keep sinus passages clear and prevent infection from setting in, at least less often. You could try starting a regimen like this and cutting back on your dairy consumption to see if you notice any change. I have started drinking soy milk (Silk Lite, plain flavor), but you might want to first make sure you're not allergic to soy. You may need to take an allergy test (scratch test), which is not comfortable, but at least you will know. Believe me, I sympathize with you. I come from a long line of severe allergy sufferers in my family. Most have found the greatest relief from the saline sinus irrigation. You have to do it regularly, and it takes a little practice, but so does learning to brush your teeth. ha-ha. I hope you can find some relief.

Q: Are these possible symptoms of a milk allergy?
my son was on lactose free formula as it was the only one he agreed with he was then weened to milk, but lactose free milk because im really not sure if he's allergic to milk or not. i've tried him with cheese to test his reaction but it seems every time he has cheese it's followed with cold-like symptoms in the following days. Aka- runny nose and cough Is this something that an allergy to dairy could cause or am I way off base?

A: First of all, understand that there is a HUGE difference between Lactose Intolerance and a Milk Allergy. Lactose Intolerance is very simple to control. Simply take a lactase supplement, use lactose free versions of milk, etc. Typically, lactose intolerance will bring about gas, bloating and other belly discomforts. A milk allergy will bring with it MUCH severe consequenses. Projectile vomiting, sweling of the lips and/or throat, hives, rashes and can be life threatening. With lactose intolerance, it's simply the lack of enzymes to break down the milk sugar. That's why a lactase supplement will help. It breaks the sugar down for you. http://www.lactaid.com/page2.jhtml?id=/lactaid/health/health_1a.inc With an allergy, the antibodies in your body see it as a harmful substance and begin to attack it in effort to kill it. If there is a chance he is allergic, you really want to have him tested to know for sure. A milk allergy can be life threatening. http://www.lactaid.com/page2.jhtml?id=/lactaid/health/health_1b.inc

Q: i get a really temporary red flare on my skin after eating dairy?
is this a documented symptom of dairy allergy, has anyone ever had this?

A: Yes, it's normal. Capillary congestion can be caused by lactose intolerance and this in turn makes your skin look flushed..http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lactose_intolerance

Q: Are allergy to dairy and lactose intolerance the same thing?
Well my baby has always showed symptoms of being very uncomfortable from her belly whenever I fed her (not always).. I saw a pediatric gastroenterologist today and he gave me meds for acid reflux and told me to stop drinking milk and dairy products, and stop eating spicy foods. (I only breastfeed) So, since he told me to stop drinking milk, does it mean she could be allergic to dairy or intolerant? Are they the same???

A: No. They lactose intollerance and milk allergy are very different. I have one daughter who was lactose intollerant until she was three, and another with a severe milk allergy until she was nine. Here is what symptoms they had and how we had to deal with it: Lactose intollerant daughter: As an infant I chose to bottle feed so she was placed on a milk based formula to begin with. She was vomitting, had diarrhea, bad stomach aches and lots of gas. Her pediatrician recomended that I put her on Lactose Free formula so we tried Enfamil Lactofree, but she still had pains. Then he put her on soy formula and she did very well. When she was one we tried her on whole milk and her symptoms returned so then we tried her on Lactaid milk and she was fine. Finally when she was three she tollerated regular whole milk just fine. Sometimes she still gets stomach aches if she eats too much dairy together like if she has pizza with milk or ice cream. Milk Allergic daughter: She was given milk based formula to begin with. Her first bottle went straight across the room onto the nurse's uniform. She projectile vomitted and I never knew puke could fly like that! Immediatly they put her on soy formula, but because of the milk formula she had blood in her first couple stools after birth. She also got a rash. We kept her on soy formula until she was eighteen months old and then the pediatrician told me to try milk. She got hives that looked like masquito bites but were the size of half dollars all over her body, but worst on her back. She also had trouble breathing, like asthma issues, but with cold like symptoms as well. She had watery eyes, red cheeks, diarrhea, and vomitting. She also got diaper rashes too. There was one time when she was about three and she tried some chocolate pudding that the other kids left on the table. That sent us to the ER. She was having trouble breathing and the paramedics told me that she was in the beginning of anaphalyctic shock and that if she had another bite or we waited much longer she could have died. I did not know how serious allergies could be until then. We had to watch her diet very close because milk ingredients hide in many foods under different names. We had to carry Benedryl and an Epipen where ever we went. Finally when she was nine we took her for allergy testing. The RAST blood test and the Skin Prick Test both showed no allergies. That was last year. She has really enjoyed this year of eating foods like pizza and cake/ice cream at her friends birthdays that she never could have before and being able to eat at school functions... even eating the school lunch that most kids complain about. Since your daughter's only symptom was being uncomfortable I would think that if anything she might be lactose intollerant, but this does not sound like an allergy to me.

Q: Question about dairy allergy?
I have noticed as of late that after I eat cheese my skin is itchy and breaks out. I hardly have any dairy with the exception of yogurt and cheese. Yogurt does not bother me, however cheese does. Also I recently went to see my doctor after I suspected that I may have an allergy to chocolate, he said it could be the milk in the chocolate. After cutting out chocolate from my diet and only eating cheese, I have found the symptoms are still there. Could I just have an allergy to cheese, or would it be all dairy? When I have yogurt I am fine.

A: Cut out cheese for two weeks and then see how you feel. If you still get symptoms, I'd cut out all dairy then see how you feel. My son is allergic to dairy - hives and the itchies too. He can't have ANY though. And some milk products are easier for allergic people than others, like for some reason baked milk is easier on some people with a dairy allergy. There's dairy in EVERYTHING. Like McDonald's french fries. It's rather shocking. You could be having a reaction to a lot more that you think. Lastly, the easiest way to deal with this is to see an allergist. The allergy testing isn't bad at all, it's like getting a scratch at worst. I've done it twice. check out faan.org. It's the food allergy network and is super helpful.

Q: Is it possible for a dairy allergy to make you feel ...?
... as though your throat is constricted and it is difficult to swallow? I don't have any other noticeable symptoms, but a few times recently (like now), I have felt that my throat was constricted and it's hard to swallow. The only constant between these times is that I had recently eaten meals with dairy in them. Could this be causing these symptoms? If not, what could it be? Please help.

A: I doubt it...my dairy allergy makes me feel like I have to explode from the rear!!!!

Q: food allergy symptoms, but not allergic. what could be the cause?
I recently went to a naturopath in regards to possible food allergies, but after he ran a food panel (he claimed it was 80% accurate, and it tested for the two things i suspected were causing the problems: Wheat and Dairy), the tests came back as myself not being allergic to anything. yet, whenever i ate before that, i had symptoms as if i was allergic. even small amounts of wheat put me in an intestinal distress. dairy products i'm unsure of because at the time, i was still eating wheat, and didn't think twice about being allergic/intolerant. i cut both milk and dairy out of my system, but sometimes wheat would accidentally sneak in, rarely would dairy. what else besides allergies could be causing these effects? i don't know if its just the food not agreeing with me or something more serious. doctor mentioned digestive enzymes taken with each meal to help, but if there's something else that could be done to help, suggestions are more than welcomed!

A: Okay, here's the honest truth based on personal experience. You can be allergic and it not show up on the test. It's a little thing called a false negative. And people can have a false positive that says they are allergic and yet they never have problems. Dairy could be allergy or lactose intolerance. Lactose intolerance means you have gas and bloating every time you are exposed to dairy. Lactaid and soy milk can help reduce this. Dairy allergy means you have cramps and diarrhea. Your body builds up histamines to attack it. Avoidance is the only thing that will help. Soy milk is a great alternative. I don't know about the wheat thing though but that's getting celiac disease which a GI doctor could probably check.

Q: dairy allergy in breastfed baby?
hi can anyone tell me what symptoms i should be looking for if my 4 week old son has a dairy allergy. he is breastfed. he is so unsettled and need some help..thanks

A: Answer to your question: "Cow's milk sensitivity or allergy can cause colic-like symptoms, eczema, wheezing, vomiting, diarrhea (including bloody diarrhea), constipation, hives, and/or a stuffy, itchy nose. If your baby is sensitive to dairy in your diet, it will not help to switch to lactose-free dairy products. The problem is the cow’s milk proteins, not the lactose. Cooking dairy products may reduce but will not eliminate the allergens. A significant percentage of babies with cow's milk protein allergy will also react to soy. Most dairy-allergic babies will also react to goat's milk or sheep’s milk. Some will also react to beef. " http://www.kellymom.com/babyconcerns/food-sensitivity.html What you're probably seeing in your son: "Whether breastfed or formula fed, during their first few months, many babies have a regular fussy period, which usually occurs in the late afternoon or evening. Some babies' fussy periods come so regularly that parents can set their clocks by it! The standard infant fussiness usually starts at about 2 to 3 weeks, peaks at 6 weeks and is gone by 3 to 4 months. It lasts on "average" 2 to 4 hours per day. Of course, there is a wide variety of normal. " http://www.kellymom.com/babyconcerns/fussybaby.html