In this presentation, Paediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr Rupert Hinds will present two practical case studies to illustrate cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA) and food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome (FPIES).

CMPA affects 2-3% of infants and can cause severe symptoms across multiple organ systems, including potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis. It can be diagnostically tricky due to symptom overlap with other conditions and the lack of a single definitive test.

FPIES is important for healthcare professionals to recognise because it can present as a medical emergency with severe vomiting, dehydration and ultimately shock. It is estimated that 1 in 7,000 children under two years of age are affected, and it can often be misdiagnosed as viral gastroenteritis or sepsis. To add to the confusion, standard allergy tests are negative, making clinical recognition crucial. The condition’s severity combined with diagnostic challenges makes healthcare professionals’ awareness essential for prompt recognition and appropriate management.

Expert speaker:

• Dr Rupert Hinds | Paediatric Gastroenterologist