Baby allergic to my breastmilk?

My baby passed blood in his stool last Monday. It was a small amount, probably less than a teaspoon. His doctor did blood tests and x-rays, and ruled out intussusception. He passed blood again on Friday, the doctor told me to call her if he did it again on Saturday. He did. She told us to go to the emergency room. They did a blood test. The emergency room doctor told my doctor the results over the phone. The pediatrician says Tristan is allergic to my breastmilk. She mentioned this might be a possibility after she ruled out intussusception. She has never been supportive of me breastfeeding Tristan. Is it possible for babies to be allergic to breastmilk? If so, what are some symptoms? Tristan is very healthy and hardly ever cries.




 

Do not walk, but run to another pediatrician and to a gastroenterologist and an allergist. Also, check your breasts and nipples very carefully for any cracks that may be bleeding while he breastfeeds that could account for the blood in his stools. I think it is unlikely that a well gaining baby could suddenly develop an allergy to mom's breastmilk after three months. Next time, speak directly to the examining doctor yourself, and don't be afraid to ask for a second opinion. Do not stop breastfeeding until you have seen at least two specialists who agree on a diagnosis and plan of treatment.

Debbie Rabin, OTR, CLC





 

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