Reflux and cows milk allergy / intolerance - a link?

Did you know that a lot of babies/children with reflux also have a cow's milk allergy/intolerance?

Act Against Allergy say that 42% of infants with reflux disease have a cow's milk allergy. You can read more about this link by visiting their website: http://www.actagainstallergy.co.uk/aaa_couk/650-diseases-linked-to-cow-m...

If you are concerned that your childs reflux may not be improving due to a link with milk allergy/intolerance then you could talk to your consultant about trying a special formula (e.g. Neocate), or about trying a dairy-free diet if you are breast-feeding or changing your childs diet if they are weaned.

Before changing your diet or your baby's/childs I'd strongly recommend seeing a dietician as they can help ensure you and your child get the right nutrients - especially things like calcium. Your GP or consultant should be able to help with this. It isn't recommended to alter a baby's diet without medical supervision/advice.

Excluding dairy (and a few other things) from our two sons diets has certainly improved their reflux symptoms.

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