Allergic Reaction Post-op -- Could It Be Whey?

[New in 2012 14]

So a strange thing has happened to me. I've developed a systemic allergic reaction of some kind in the last several days. The only two changes that I have in my diet are the daily ppi (omeprazole) and my Protein, which is part of all I eat. I am still on liquids, and have added cream Soups a few days ago. I have never had a milk allergy before, but I guess it's all a new world after this surgery. I have been greatly increasing my Protein intake in the past 5-6 days, as I'm able to take in more during the second week post-op. I'm right at 60-70 grams per day, as opposed to 30-35 the first week. So I'm wondering if this has gradually built up and I have an intolerance. My whole body itches, head to toe -- it's awful.

I went out and got some egg Protein Drink powder and some soy Protein Drink powder to try.

Has anyone else developed allergies post-op? We are perplexed! Any thoughts, ideas, etc., are welcome!

[donewithdieting 44]

Yes I have an allergy to whey, I already two allegra a day. My reaction is my face gets red, and I have to scratch my face. I try to stay away from whey but it is hard. I didn't realize it was whey till after surgery, your diet is so limited it was easy to determine. Good Luck Just watch for breathing problems.

[aliandrews 98]

I got the whey Protein nectar that was called Fuzzy Navel that I started taking pre op. It made me break out and I was itchy. I was worried that I had an allergy to the whey protein. The Dr. said that I should try a different type. He didn't think I was allergic to the whey. I tried the kiwi strawberry and then had the chocolate truffle without any problems. It was just the type I seemed to be allergic to. You might want to talk to the dr and see what he says. Good luck.

[wantobeskinny 10]

I have recently developed an allergy... where my face breaks out with hive type things... red/itchy/burning. I do not know what is causing it. It is pretty painful though. I may contact the Doctor soon.

[ereneeh 77]

My allergist thought that I was allergic to the whey, but the only 2 times I had an allergic reaction (throat itching and wheezing) was when I drank my nectar Protein drink AND took a ppi (omeprazole) while I was drinking the protein drink. Now that I quit taking the ppi, no more problems. Something about the combination must be causing it. Ask your Dr. about this. I now have to carry an EPI pen so this is nothing to ignore.

[New in 2012 14]

Thanks for all the info. My dr. thinks its the ppi, so I'm going to switch to something else. Hope that's it,