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Infant feeding and subsequent risk of atopic eczema

W J Moore, R E Midwinter, A F Morris

    Archives of Disease in Childhood
    |August 1, 1985
    PubMed

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    Breastfeeding may protect genetically vulnerable infants from eczema. However, soya formula is as likely to cause eczema as cow

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Immunology
    • Allergy

    Background:

    • Atopic allergy, including eczema, is a common condition in infants.
    • Genetic predisposition plays a significant role in the development of atopic diseases.
    • The role of infant feeding in preventing atopic allergy requires further investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To assess the effectiveness of breastfeeding in preventing atopic allergy in neonates with atopic parents.
    • To investigate the association between different infant feeding methods and the development of eczema.

    Main Methods:

    • An attempted controlled trial of exclusively breastfed neonates was not successfully completed.
    • Data were analyzed as an observational study to evaluate feeding practices and allergy outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • Observational analysis suggested that breastfeeding offers some protection against eczema in genetically vulnerable infants.
    • Infants fed soya preparations showed a similar incidence of eczema compared to those fed cow's milk-based formulas.

    Conclusions:

    • Breastfeeding may provide a protective effect against eczema in high-risk infants.
    • Soya-based formulas do not appear to offer a protective advantage over cow's milk-based formulas regarding eczema development.

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