Symptoms of egg white allergy, take it seriously

Generally speaking, adults are not allergic to eggs and egg whites unless eggs are their allergen, in which case special attention should be paid. Babies a few months old are more prone to allergies because they are still young and their various functions are not yet fully developed. Baby allergies must be dealt with promptly, otherwise the consequences will be serious.

1. Skin symptoms: eczema, manifested by erythema, papules, blisters, exudation, scabs and severe itching.

2. Gastrointestinal symptoms: abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, intestinal colic, etc.

3. Respiratory symptoms: There may be recurrent wheezing, rhinitis, asthma, etc. Allergic rhinitis is mainly characterized by nasal itching, sneezing, and runny nose; allergic asthma is manifested by paroxysmal cough and expiratory dyspnea with wheezing.

4. Egg white allergy is prone to allergic diseases, such as skin flushing, rash, asthma, abdominal pain, diarrhea and other symptoms

5. Other symptoms: The baby may cry and become irritable for unknown reasons.

Mothers’ experience: According to the experience of many mothers, the symptoms of egg white allergy in babies first start around the mouth. The corners of the mouth will turn red and slowly swell up. A rash or red lumps will appear on the body. The baby may then vomit and become very irritable and start crying. Some babies may also have diarrhea.

Babies start to add complementary foods when they are six months old. At this time, some people suggest letting babies eat eggs. However, only egg yolks can be eaten at this time. It is not allowed to add egg whites together, because allergies and other adverse conditions are likely to occur at this time. Generally speaking, it is recommended that mothers give egg white to their babies after the baby is one year old, and the first time you add it, you should try it a little bit at a time, and don't give the baby the whole egg white at once.