Will my baby's milk allergy heal on its own?

Babies' bodies are very delicate, and many things can cause harm to them, even milk is no exception. After being allergic to milk, babies will generally have rashes on their bodies, poor appetite, nausea and vomiting, etc. Many parents are worried about this, fearing that their babies will not get better. So, is baby milk allergy really that serious? Let’s take a look at what the experts say.

1. What is baby milk allergy?

Allergies occur when the body's immune system overreacts to naturally harmless substances in the air, water, contact objects, or food. Food allergy is an adverse reaction caused by an inappropriate immune response to food proteins.

How to diagnose milk allergy in babies

If you suspect your baby is allergic to milk, you can take your baby to the hospital and ask the doctor to do a special examination for baby milk allergy. Before the examination, you should carefully describe your baby's medical history and physical development to the doctor so that the doctor can make a judgment. The main methods for detecting infant milk allergy are: skin test, blood test, exclusion-provocation test.

3. What to do if your baby is allergic to milk

Stay away from various irritants to avoid aggravating the condition. Pay attention to changes in temperature and humidity around your baby, and avoid exposing your skin to cold wind or scorching sun; do not keep pets at home, such as birds, cats, dogs, etc., do not smoke indoors, do not put carpets indoors, and it is best to wet wipe when cleaning to avoid dust, or use a vacuum cleaner to deal with dusty places in the home, such as curtains, frames and other items.

In fact, it is a very common phenomenon for babies to be allergic to milk. It is caused by the reaction of the baby's own immune system. Strictly speaking, it is not even a disease. Therefore, parents do not need to worry after the baby is allergic to milk. Keep the children away from allergens, improve their diet, and wear some appropriate clothes. The baby's allergy symptoms will generally improve.