A yogurt allergy is usually part of an allergy to milk and milk products.
Learn about the potential causes of your symptoms and how to treat these conditions.
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What Is a Yogurt or Milk Allergy?
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The two main types of milk protein that cause a milk allergy arecaseinand whey.
Milk allergy symptoms include:
In some instances, cow’s milk can cause a potentially life-threatening reaction calledanaphylaxis.
Lactose Intolerance
Lactose intolerance happens when a person is missing the enzymelactase.
As a result, a person with lactose intolerance has difficulty digesting foods containing lactose.
True Milk Allergy vs.
Milk Intolerance
A true milk allergy isnot the sameas a milk intolerance.
A milk allergy happens when your immune system identifies milk and milk products as foreign invaders.
This causes hives, nausea, and abdominal pain and can even lead to anaphylactic shock.
In contrast, milk intolerance is a digestive issue and does not involve the immune system.
In some cases, your genes may also play a role in the development of lactose intolerance.
A 6-ounce serving of Greek yogurt contains 4 grams of lactose.
However, some people need to eliminate lactose completely for symptom relief.
Alternatively, you could use lactase products before consuming milk or milk products.
This helps your body digest lactose better to reduce or prevent digestive symptoms.
Talk with a registered dietitian if you are concerned about whether you are missing key nutrients in your diet.
Can you be allergic to yogurt and not milk?
Many people with lactose intolerance can consume yogurt, but not milk.
Your healthcare provider may perform askin prick testor a blood test to check for true milk allergy.
They may also order an oral food challenge.
Summary
A yogurt allergy is usually resulting from a milk allergy.
The best treatment for a milk or yogurt allergy is to avoid milk and products that contain milk proteins.
to make it receive proper treatment, its important to visit your healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis.
It is around 20%, not 80%.
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