Can Allergies And Intolerances Be Cured Or Prevented?
This is a classic question that many mothers ask ourselves, can allergies and intolerances be cured or prevented ? The most common in our children are usually food, and they are always a source of concern. Hence, today we dedicate this entry by You Are Mom to shed light on this complex issue.
Once our baby is leaving breast milk and begins to take other types of foods, a common concern is related to allergies and intolerances. It is normal. However, the fact that we observe them early is cause for warning, but should not be so worrying.
Many children have early food intolerances and allergies that can be cured. The key is in the immediacy. The sooner the problem is acted upon, the greater the chances of success. Let’s get to know this matter better.
What are intolerances and allergies
But before continuing, it is necessary to distinguish between intolerances and allergies. In this case we will focus on food, the most common in the early stages of growth of our little ones.
A food intolerance is caused by an adverse reaction of the body to a particular food. However, the immune system is not involved. It simply intoxicates our body because the specific food makes our body feel bad.
A food allergy does cause an immune response from our body. This reaction is produced by the ingestion of some food antigen that causes a strong reaction in our body.
How to act to cure or prevent allergies and intolerances
Now that we know what they are, it is important to know other details to know how to act when it comes to curing or preventing allergies and food intolerances in our little ones. And the first thing we will do is recognize the symptoms.
Symptoms of allergy or intolerance in the child
The first thing we should know is that not all of them are the same. In fact, it is not uncommon for intolerances or allergies to arise in its first few months. However, most of them will be transitory and will eventually disappear naturally.
Even so, it is important to know that symptoms can appear up to 2 hours after eating the food. Therefore, it is best to keep a diary in which we write down what the little one has taken and what reactions have been observed.
The symptoms are varied. However, the most normal thing is that you suffer abdominal pain or skin redness and hives. Nasal mucus or bronchospasm is also typical.
If extreme symptoms such as anaphylaxis, generalized itching, swelling of the lips and eyelids or even low blood pressure occur, prompt intervention should be sought. These are usually typical after eating fish, nuts, eggs or shellfish.
What to do when allergy or intolerance symptoms appear
As we have noted, if the symptoms are excessive, it is best to seek prompt attention. An allergic reaction can be a serious problem.
Otherwise, with more common symptoms, we will also seek professional help. But in this case the urgency will be much less. Therefore we need a first medical evaluation to later consult with the pediatrician. We have to report symptoms and ingestions to receive clear and exact guidance.
The most normal thing is that we should put our little one on an elimination diet. We will have to look for special formulas in the case of milk, for example. If the problem is severe, the food will have to disappear completely.
It is normal for children to suffer from early allergies and intolerances. It is also common for them to disappear over time. So if your little one does not want some food, it may be for health reasons, not for pleasure or pleasure.
Be that as it may, after a while, and always under medical prescription, food will be gradually reintroduced. This practice is based on the maturity of the child. You have to watch your immune system to see how it re-assimilates the foods that caused the reaction.
As we said at the beginning, curing or preventing allergies and intolerances is something more common than it seems. Most children suffer from it in their early days. So, remember to give breast milk in its first 6 months and introduce food very gradually in the next 6. In almost all cases, our beloved babies end up assimilating the food and will not present problems in the medium and long term.
