Cow milk protein allergy presenting as feeding intolerance and eosinophilia: case reports of three preterm neonates

Abstract

Three preterm infants with cow milk protein allergy (CMPA) presented with feeding intolerance, sepsis-like episodes and persistent moderate-to-severe eosinophilia. After eliminating cow milk, the clinical symptoms improved significantly. CMPA can cause common manifestations in sick preterm infants such as feeding intolerance and eosinophilia.

Keywords:

• Cow milk protein allergy
• Preterm infant
• Feeding intolerance
• Eosinophilia