How is Cows milk allergy confirmed?
There are two very important reasons for making sure that a doctor evaluates your baby’s condition to confirm whether or not your child has a milk allergy. The first reason is that cow’s milk allergy is not the only cause of abdominal pain, eczema, rash, vomiting, diarrhea, or excessive crying. These symptoms can be caused by other conditions, which would need a different treatment. The second reason is because of the danger of an anaphylactic reaction. It’s extremely important to know for certain if your child has a cow’s milk protein allergy because if he does, you’ll have to be very careful about making sure that all milk and milk products are removed from his diet. Because each child is unique, a baby with a suspected milk allergy should have an individualized medical assessment, treatment plan, and follow up. After the doctor has carefully reviewed your child’s medical history he or she may recommend that you modify your diet if you’re breastfeeding, or that you switch formulas. I
