Milk Allergies In Children

The most common allergy among infants and young children, cow milk allergies are prevalent among 2.5 percent of children younger than three. Although around 80 percent of children outgrow their allergy by the time they are sixteen, it still remains in many children and adults. Unfortunately for those people, milk makes up an ingredient in many popular foods and they are unable to enjoy the same experiences as their friends and family. Milk allergies are not to be confused with lactose intolerance, as they are far more serious and dangerous to one’s health. Lactose intolerance is when one’s digestive system simply cannot handle milk, so it responds with bloating and discomfort. With milk allergies, the immune system conducts an abnormal response to the ingestion of milk, or products containing milk, and it can sometimes be life-threatening.
Though for others, milk can cause them to throw up, have diarrhea, and sprout hives all over their body. In the most extreme cases, milk can cause a person to have anaphylaxis, which renders them unable to breathe, and will lead to reduced blood pressure, where they are pale, confused, and in danger of fainting. Additionally, there are more minor symptoms such as coughing, runny nose, watery eyes, and itchy skin, often around the mouth, that are common in all with milk allergies. There are in fact, many treatments available for those with milk allergies, but in some situations, those around them may not know what to do when a reaction