How do I tell if my baby is allergic to cow’s milk protein?

CMPA symptoms may include: colic/excessive crying, baby skin rashes/eczema, vomiting, diarrhea, reflux, and bloody stools.

Learn more: Why your baby keeps crying
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What do I do if my baby is allergic?

Talk to your doctor if you suspect your baby has cow’s milk protein allergy. Nutramigen® A+® with LGG® may be available through various public and private drug benefits programs. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you qualify.

Cow’s milk protein allergy and my baby

Cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA) is the most common food allergy in the first year of life. It results from a hypersensitivity of the baby’s immune system to the protein in cow’s milk. Babies with CMPA can react to cow’s milk protein, and this reaction may affect skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems. We’ve put together a guide to help you learn more.

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