Research progress of milk ladder treatment for milk protein allergy in children

SHUAI Jiaji; YANG Sufei

doi:10.11852/zgetbjzz2024-0832

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Chinese Journal of Child Health Care ›› 2025, Vol. 33 ›› Issue (5) : 520-523. DOI: 10.11852/zgetbjzz2024-0832

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Research progress of milk ladder treatment for milk protein allergy in children

SHUAI Jiaji¹, YANG Sufei^1,2

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Cow's milk protein allergy(CMPA) is a common allergic reaction among children. The milk ladder approach involves gradually introducing cow's milk protein through steps of varying degrees of denaturation and increasing doses, which can induce earlier long-term tolerance to cow's milk protein in children. Existing research has proven the milk ladder to be a safe and effective method. However, as an emerging treatment, the milk ladder necessitates diverse improvement strategies based on individual and cultural differences, and requires further research to verify its long-term safety.

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cow's milk protein allergy / milk ladder / safety / improvement strategy / children

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SHUAI Jiaji, YANG Sufei. Research progress of milk ladder treatment for milk protein allergy in children[J]. Chinese Journal of Child Health Care. 2025, 33(5): 520-523 https://doi.org/10.11852/zgetbjzz2024-0832

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