Do dairy allergies cause eczema?
On One Hand: Milk Allergy Can Cause EczemaA milk allergy is a dairy allergy which is specific to drinking milk. Health Scout states, “Milk allergy can be manifested as asthma, eczema (an itchy rash), rhinitis (inflamed nose) and gastrointestinal distress, as well as bleeding, pneumonia and even anaphylaxis (shock). Every parent should be alert for signs of milk allergy.” This particular dairy allergy can cause eczema.On the Other: Lactose Intolerance Does Not Cause EczemaHowever, lactose intolerance is a condition in which the body doesn’t have enough of the lactase enzyme to break down dairy products after consumption. Health Scout states, “Common symptoms are nausea, cramps, bloating, gas and diarrhea.” However, eczema isn’t commonly listed as symptom of lactose intolerance as it only affects the digestive system.Bottom LineDepending on what kind of dairy allergy a person has, it is possible to have eczema appear as a symptom of the condition.
