Allergies and The Breastfed Baby

Question 1

Food Intolerance

Answer 1

A reproductive adverse reaction with no immune system reaction; usually not severe and usually limited to digestive tract

Question 2

Food Allergy

Answer 2

An immune response; hypersensitivity to any food accompanied by immunoglobulin E and non-IgE mediated reactions; happens in 8% of children

Question 3

Symptoms of Allergies

Answer 3

Rash (atopic dermatities), hives, severe diaper rash, red cheeks, excessive pallor (pale skin)

Question 4

GI Manifestations

Answer 4

Abdominal pain, vomiting, colic, diarrhea, constipations, swelling lips, tongue, gums

Question 5

Why can’t BF infants not be lactose intolerant

Answer 5

Lactose is the carbohydrate in human milk

Question 6

What is the most common reaction you will see in your lactation practice to suspect food sensitivity

Answer 6

Colic

Question 7

What is the gold standard and the best way to identify a specific food sensitivity and allergy in an exclusively BF baby

Answer 7

Food Elimination

Question 8

What is most significant in concentration, biologic activity, and protective to allergy because it coats the baby’s gut

Answer 8

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