The topic Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Cow's Milk Allergy.

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• Cow’s Milk Allergy (CMA) is a common condition that manifests as an abnormal immune reaction/response to cow’s milk, in individuals who consume them. Onset of the condition is mostly observed in young children below the age of 3 years
• Cow milk has several proteins (such as casein and whey), lactose or milk sugar, and fatty substances. The child may be allergic to any of the proteins contained in cow milk
• Cow’s Milk Allergy is often confused with lactose intolerance. In the case of CMA, it is the presence of certain milk proteins that cause the condition. However, lactose intolerance is caused when the body cannot digest lactose in milk, resulting in a different set of symptoms
• Cow’s Milk Allergy may occur immediately, or after a few hours following exposure. In some cases, the symptoms are noted after a period of a few days. The exposure is normally through ingestion of cow milk or milk-based products, such as butter, cheese, and yogurt
• Numerous signs and symptoms of the allergic reaction may be noted including constant crying, runny nose, hives, breathing difficulties, nausea and vomiting, and indigestion. In some rare cases, Cow’s Milk Allergy may lead to an anaphylactic shock, which is a medical emergency
• Such food allergies are generally diagnosed using an antibody blood test, a skin-prick test, and an oral food challenge test; but, it can be challenging, in some cases. The diagnosis can also help identify cow milk based food items that are to be avoided (in future)
• Anti-allergic medications form the first line of treatment for mild Cow’s Milk Allergies. However, in the case of a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), epinephrine or adrenaline injections are recommended
• The prognosis of Cow’s Milk Allergy is generally good and most of the children overcome the condition during early childhood, although in some individuals it may be present lifelong. Awareness of such allergies and avoidance of specific foods that causes the allergy (via allergen-free foods) is the best form of prevention

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