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According to the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Centers for Disease Control, allergies to milk are actually pretty rare. Only 1-3% of babies and children have a true milk allergy.

Symptoms can include:

	Vomiting and/or diarrhea
	Colic
	Constipation
	Blood in the stools
	Respiratory symptoms like: Runny nose, wheezing, cough, or difficulty breathing.
	Hives
	Eczema
	Swelling
	Itching or rash around mouth or chin

Children with family history of milk allergy are at higher risk for a true milk allergy. Should you suspect that your child may have a milk allergy, contact your pediatrician immediately and discontinue milk products.

Take your child to the emergency room immediately if:

	Has difficulty breathing
	Turns blue
	Is extremely pale or weak
	Has generalized hives
	Has swelling in the head or neck areas
	Has bloody diarrhea

Your pediatrician will recommend an infant soy formula or other specialized formula for your baby should a milk allergy be suspected.

Should a milk allergy be ignored, there could be tremendous consequences to your child's health, happiness and well being.

Be sure to inform your pediatrician of any family history of milk allergy.

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Milk Allergies in Children