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Cow's Milk Protein Allergy

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Is cow's milk protein allergy the same as milk sensitivity or lactose intolerance? Are there any tests for identifying CMPA? How can I manage CMPA? Explore Cow's Milk Protein Allergy related articles for more tips and guidance.

Could it be cow's milk protein allergy?

What is a cow's milk protein allergy or CMPA?

Cow's milk protein allergy is a dairy allergy that occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies a usually harmless protein within cow's milk as harmful and triggers an allergic response. The associated issues can either appear immediately (within minutes) or be delayed for up to a few days after consuming dairy or foods containing cow's milk protein. You may also see cow's milk protein allergy referred to as the acronyms "CMA" and "CMPA." The "P" in CMPA stands for protein because it's the protein in cow's milk that is linked to the allergy. CMPA is the most common type of infant food allergy in the United States, affecting about 2-3% of infants.¹

What are the indications of cow's milk protein allergy?

A wide range of issues are associated with cow's milk protein allergy, including:

Spit up

Colic

Fussiness
and gas

Stooling
issues

Rash

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Some babies may develop an allergy to cow's milk protein. Explore our Cow's Milk Protein Allergy Center to learn about cow's milk protein allergy and how to manage it.

Recognizing Cow's Milk Allergy

Find out what behaviors to look for and what questions to ask your pediatrician.

Managing Cow's Milk Allergy

How to manage cow’s milk allergy through every stage.

Why Nutramigen®?

Nutramigen LGG Infant Formula is a hypoallergenic formula clinically shown to manage colic due to cow's milk protein allergy fast, in as quickly as 48 hours.* If you're feeding your baby formula, switching to a hydrolyzed, hypoallergenic formula such as Nutramigen may help them feel better quickly.

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What is Nutramigen®?

Nutramigen is a baby formula specially designed for little ones with CMPA. It provides the nutrition your growing baby needs for healthy development, while helping to provide relief from colic due to cow's milk protein allergy.

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Crying

Babies cry to communicate that they are hungry, tired or uncomfortable. Find articles and videos on the differences between crying and colic, and tips for calming your crying baby.

Lactose Intolerance

Though lactose intolerance in babies is rare, milk-based formulas may cause tummy troubles for some babies. Find articles on what to look for and how a soy-based formula may help for lactose sensitivity.

Fussiness & Gas

Your baby's digestive system is still developing so it may not digest some of the nutrients they take in, which can cause fussiness and gas. Find articles and videos on how to find comfort for your baby.