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5 alternative foods if the little allergy to cow's milk

Medical Check - by pixabay.com Everyone can have an allergy to cow's milk, but this kind of case is more common in infants. Why is that? Listening to the explanation dr. Tessi Ananditya, the nanny at www.alodokter.com, said: "Cow milk allergy is a condition in which the immune system is wrong in recognizing milk proteins into something that needs to be resisted, so babies who are allergic to cow's milk can turn into fussy, rose, flatulence, diarrhea and even vomiting. " However, it is not only cow's milk that can cause allergies but also goat, sheep and buffalo milk. If the age of your baby is still under 2 years of breast milk remains the best food for him. However, under certain conditions, there are several types of alternative foods as a substitute for cow's milk that you can give to your baby, including: 1. Tajin or rice milk Prof. Ir. Djoko Said Damardjati, a researcher at the Center for Food Crops Research and Development said, "In a

10 Food Allergy Problems In Children

Test allergy in children - by pixabay.com In the last decade, there has been a tendency for allergic cases in children to increase. Allergy problems will be a dominant problem of health in the future. Infectious diseases seem to be diminishing as the public's knowledge of infection prevention increases. Cases of allergies in children have not been paid much attention to the good and right either by the parents or some of the doctors though. Patients who come to pediatricians or other Child Health Centers seem to be increasingly dominated by allergic abnormalities in children. There is a tendency that this allergy diagnosis has not been widely enforced. In general, signs and symptoms of allergy itself are still much that has not been disclosed by the doctors. So that the handling of allergy sufferers have not done a lot properly and plenary. Some parents who have allergic children often look desperate because the disease often recurs and recur. Though children have rep

Natural Ingredients To Overcome Seafood Allergies

Seafood - by pixabay.com There are times when food that consists of seafood can easily arouse appetite, such as dishes that use shrimp, crabs, shellfish and so forth. But there are also some people who could have rejected a variety of seafood, although actually in the heart to enjoy the seafood. The main reason behind the background is because he has an allergy to seafood . There are times when they will force themselves to enjoy the seafood, although, in fact, he knows the health risks of eating seafood that should not be allowed to eat. So it is not surprising that not long after consuming this seafood there are some changes to the condition of his body, for example, the swelling of certain body parts or the onset of itching in certain body parts. Although you should check first to the nearest doctor to get clarity about your health, there are some tips that you can use to overcome seafood allergy. The ingredients used to overcome the seafood allergy ca

Learn More Itching on Children for Better Handling

Childern - by pixabay.com Itching in children is a mild mental disorder that often occurs, especially in small children who are entering the active phase of the move. However, do not be underestimated, especially if the itch continues after treatment is given. If the condition is so, it could be itching experienced is a sign of other health problems. Well, to make sure, let's find out more what itching in children, what are the symptoms and causes, and how to prevent and overcome them through the following article. Causes of itching in children There are many factors that can be an itchy trigger in children. The most common cause is insect bites. Other causes include too dry skin conditions, allergies, irritations, germ infections, and psychological conditions. Skin that is too dry can lead to itching in children. This is generally due to low humidity and in air-conditioned rooms for a long time. Meanwhile, itching caused by allergies and irritation usually occurs due to

Recognize Food Allergies In Children Before It's Too Late

Mom and Baby - by pixabay.com Who does not know allergies? Yes, this immune disorder is common to almost everyone, especially babies and children. Unfortunately, not all parents fully understand about allergies suffered by their children. Then, what is actually an allergy? Allergy itself is an unusual condition or immune reaction and deviate/change from normal and can cause harmful symptoms in the body. Allergies generally occur because the body reacts excessively to something in an environment that is considered foreign or dangerous. Baby, infant, and adult bodies have one antibody called IgE, this antibody is a protein that detects food substances that enter the body. When allergenic substances come in, these antibodies will work to release substances such as histamine. Well, this is what triggered an allergic reaction. Allergies in children Generally, adults, babies, and children also cannot escape from allergies. Allergic triggers in children themselves usually va

Allergy Eyes in Children: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Smiling Baby - by pixabay.com There are many kinds of eye diseases that can interfere with the health of the eyes of children and by their nature, there are two kinds of eye diseases, namely: eye disease is contagious and not contagious. When eye disease is triggered by irritation because bacteria and viruses are generally contagious, while those triggered by allergies are generally non-infectious. Allergies that occur in the eye is a result of the immune system's reaction to foreign substances coming from outside the eyes. There are several triggers of allergies to the eyes, among others: house dust, mites, chemicals, pollen, and animal fur. The following types of allergies can affect children: 1. Allergic Conjunctivitis Allergic conjunctivitis is an allergic reaction in the form of red eyes due to dust mites, animal fur, and pollen that cause inflammation of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the surface mucosa of the eyeball that serves as a defense against an

Characteristics of Your Child Allergy Eggs, Here's The Solution to Overcome

Egg - by pixabay.com The egg is beneficial to health, but not all children like because it can cause allergies . So, how to solve it? Some people have allergies to certain types of foods, such as beans and shrimp. The body of an allergic person will respond as if the food is a harmful substance. Similarly, babies who have egg allergies. This can happen because the baby's immune system is not perfect and unable to receive protein in the egg. Some children are usually allergic to proteins in egg whites but do not rule out allergies caused by the protein in the yolk. The immune system is in charge of protecting the body from germs and other threats. But for allergy sufferers eggs, the body uses antibodies to fight the egg protein is considered a harmful substance. Babies who have egg allergies may feel unwell, followed by the appearance of a rash after consuming eggs or foods containing eggs. These symptoms can appear for a moment or maybe a few hours after eating eggs.

For Symptoms and Handling Allergies In Infants & Children

Baby allergy - by pixabay.com For Symptoms and Handling Allergies In Infants and Children . Allergic or hypersensitivity reactions are an unsuitable immune response to a substance or substance that in normal circumstances is not harmful. These reactions can range from mild to severe. Normally, the immune system is a defensive system against foreign substances (antigens). However, in sensitive, sensitive people, the immune system may overreact to certain antigens, which should not be harmful to most people. As a result of allergic reactions in infants. Some people experience reactions only to a kind of substance. Infants and children are more susceptible to more susceptible to allergies because the immune system they have is still immature and still in adaptability to the surrounding environment. Allergens can cause allergic reactions when exposed to skin, inhaled, eaten, or injected. Allergic reactions can occur as part of seasonal allergies, and can be caused by exposure to

Baby Itching Because Allergies

Baby Itching Because Allergies - by pixabay.com Allergy is synonymous with itching. But, allergies can also appear in the form of other symptoms. Recognize allergy symptoms in infants. Pity also saw the baby scratching his body that itch because of allergies. Not to mention if scratching to spirit until the skin is peeled off. According to dr. Zakiudin Munasir, SpAK, allergies are excessive reactions or abnormal responses of the baby's immune system to substances from the outside that enter into the body. "Thus, there are a number of substances that actually benefit the body, such as substances contained in food, by the baby's immune system is rejected and considered as an 'enemy' for the body," said Chairman of the Allergy-Immunology Division of the Department of Child Health, FKUI / RSUPN Cipto Mangunkusumo, Jakarta.      Allergies from birth . In the website www.allergicchild.com mentioned, allergic reactions in the baby's body, usual

Diagnosis and Treatment of Food Allergies

Diagnosis and Treatment of Food Allergies - by pixabay.com Food allergy is experienced by one-third of children with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis. Children with food allergies will be more often sick, so in children who recur more often do not go to school. Education in the patient's parents is important for the first treatment and prevents food allergy triggers. This article is extracted from Dr. dr. Cita Rosita, SpKK entitled "The Role of Food Allergies in Atopic Dermatitis" in the book of Atopic Dermatitis: Current Diagnosis and Management. Diagnosis and Treatment of Food Allergies Approximately 90% of children with food allergies are caused by allergies to cow's milk, chicken eggs, beans, wheat, soybeans, nuts, and fish. Food allergies occur due to gastrointestinal dysfunction of the digestive system. Tight junction among some epithelial cells serves as a filter against the absorption of allergens in the intestinal lumen. Diagnosis of

Food Allergies Cause Autism and Seliak

Baby eat something - by pixabay.com Autism is a disorder that affects brain development in children and causes problems in social interaction and communication skills. In recent years, researchers have sought explanations for the role of food allergies that cause or worsen the severity of autism. In particular, gluten (wheat protein) and casein (milk protein) are sometimes blamed for worsening symptoms in some children by increasing immune dysfunction. Some other foods are also blamed for the worsening of autism ie eggs, tomatoes, eggplant, avocado, red pepper, soybeans, and corn. Based on this general rule, autistic children may need to be given a very strict diet for long periods of time. Clinical studies reveal allergy tests through the skin and blood that assess the presence of IgE antibodies in these foods are usually negative, and most of these children do not experience typical symptoms of food allergies. In addition, studies of gluten-free and casein-free diets in a

Food Allergies In Autistic Children

Autism Child - by pixabay.com Autism in children is a developmental disorder that appears at the age of under five (under three years), which causes them not able to form social relations or develop normal communication. The condition of abnormalities in children with autism may vary from mild to severe so it is said to be a spectrum disorder or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). One of the abnormalities found in children with autism is a disorder of the immune system that underlies the existence of food allergies in these individuals. The immune system is largely located in or near the gastrointestinal tract to prevent entry of foreign objects into other parts of the body. Effects on the immune system can lead to increased growth of certain microorganisms, one of which is the fungus Candida Albicans in the gastrointestinal tract. Damage to barrier defenses in the gastrointestinal tract causes increased feeding of food allergens. This will cause an allergic reaction with Ig E as