When parents add complementary foods to their babies after they start eating them, they must be cautious because some foods can cause allergies. Add only one type of food to the child each time, so that in the event of an allergy, the food that triggers the allergy can be accurately identified. So, what are the symptoms of allergies to egg white for babies?
1. When babies are allergic to egg whites, they may experience symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, and some children may also have fever. Allergic symptoms may also develop gradually, such as hives, hematuria, and asthma within 2 days after consuming egg whites.
2. If a baby is allergic to egg white, they may also experience some oral symptoms. For example, redness and swelling in the mouth and lips are called angioedema. Sometimes accompanied by itching and pain, it may affect the baby's eating and speaking.
3. Eating egg white allergy can also cause respiratory symptoms, usually starting with a runny nose, followed by itching, tearing, and sneezing. Egg white allergy may also cause allergic rhinitis.
4. If your baby is allergic to eggs, you should stop letting them eat. When allergies are severe, they must be treated under the guidance of a doctor. Eating foods rich in vitamin C and calcium can also improve the symptoms of allergies.
