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Article Title: Early Onset Allergic Proctitis in a Preterm Neonate-A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Authors: Ferretti, Emanuela; Pilon, Sarah; Boland, Margaret; El Demellawy, Dina
Journal: PEDIATRIC AND DEVELOPMENTAL PATHOLOGY Volume 22 Issue 2
Date of Publication:2019
Abstract:
Cow's milk protein allergy/intolerance (CMPA/CMPI) is a common entity in the pediatric population with a nonspecific presentation ranging from gastrointestinal symptoms to systemic manifestations. Most infants with CMPI are term, and symptoms often appear in the week following the introduction of cow's milk-based formula. There is typically a significant delay in the onset of milk allergy in premature infants compared to full term. We report a rare case of a premature neonate who presented with symptoms of CMPA within the first 2 days of life.