How to Identify and Treat Someone with an Allergy to Milk

If you or your child has an allergy to milk, you are among a large number of people affected in the United States. According to the food allergy research group, FARE, 6.1 Million Americans suffer from an allergy to Milk/Dairy. So, what does that mean to those affected by it? It means it can be managed with the help of a medical professional.

Here at Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology Medical Group, our team of specialized physicians can provide the necessary tests and share relevant knowledge on how to manage your food allergy. Call 805-658-9500 to schedule an appointment, or you can schedule an appointment online. Life with a food allergy can be difficult, let us help ease that stress.

Symptoms of a milk allergy

Although Milk allergies are often non-life threatening, they can be extremely discomforting. If you experience any of these symptoms after consuming milk-based products, consider visiting a food allergy specialist:

• Hives
• Wheezing
• Itching/tingling feeling around the lips or mouth
• Swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat
• Coughing
• Shortness of breath
• Vomiting
• Loose stools or diarrhea
• Abdominal cramps
• Runny nose
• Watery eyes

If you have persistent signs and symptoms of an allergy to milk, you should consult your doctor or an allergist about treatment options.

How we can help

Unfortunately, there is currently no cure or treatments for food allergies. However, we can still help you with managing your allergy. 30 percent of children with at least one food allergy have more. Food-allergic children are also two to four times more likely to have allergic asthma. This is why although there is no cure, it is wise to get tested to identify all allergic triggers rather than waiting for the child to manifest symptoms by chance.

We can also educate you on prevention techniques. You will learn how to avoid exposure to dairy-based products by seeing how to effectively examine food labels. We can also provide proper dietary recommendations so you don’t encounter any reactions.

Call today to learn how to prevent allergic reactions to Milk

Reach out to our food allergy professionals at Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Medical Group to schedule an appointment. Call 805-658-9500 or visit our Contact Page. Learn more how we can help you manage your food allergies here.