We’ve teamed up with Allergy UK to bring you even more cows' milk protein allergy resources
At Aptamil, we’re dedicated to bringing you the most relevant and up-to-date information on cows’ milk protein allergy (CMPA). That’s why we’ve teamed up with Allergy UK, the leading medical charity for people with allergy, food intolerance and chemical sensitivity, to improve your understanding of the condition and help you get the best support for your baby.
While CMPA is the most common childhood allergy, it actually only affects 2 – 7.5% of babies under the age of 1 year. And many of them grow out of it by the time they reach three. Because so few babies suffer from the condition and the symptoms are so wide, it can make positive diagnosis difficult. So you may experience a number of visits to your GP to rule out other conditions before a CMPA diagnosis is achieved. But once you know what the problem is you can concentrate on managing the daily symptoms. That’s where Aptamil Pepti 1 and 2 can help. These special formulas have been specifically developed for babies and toddlers with CMPA , so your GP may recommend trying them as an alternative to normal formulas in infants or cows' milk in toddlers. Find out more about Aptamil Pepti 1 and Pepti 2 on our product pages.
Help is at hand from diagnosis to daily management
If you suspect your baby has CMPA or they have already been diagnosed with it, you may find our articles in the allergy section useful and reassuring. You’ll find all sorts of information about food allergies and CMPA, from recognising the signs to managing the symptoms on a daily basis.Thanks to our partnership with Allergy UK, you can also download their CMPA info leaflet . It contains details about the condition as well as what to expect when you visit your GP, including some of the questions they’ll ask you and the tests and procedures your baby could have.
We realise that this is a difficult time for you and your baby and hope these resources will help you and enable your GP make a diagnosis quickly. While our articles offer valuable advice and information, it’s important to remember that you should always see your GP or healthcare professional before taking any action. Self diagnosis is not recommended so don’t make any changes to your diet, or your baby’s, without medical supervision.
If you’re unsure about anything in this article or you have any questions about feeding or allergies, contact our experts anytime on 0800 996 1000, or get in touch via Live Chat, our online messaging service, between 8am - 8pm, Monday to Friday.
