Food protein-induced enterocolitis syndrome: a review of the new guidelines

Table 5 Management of acute FPIES episode at home [1]

Current episode	Mild ^a,b	Moderate-severe
Symptoms	1–2 episodes of emesis No or mild lethargy	More than 3 episodes of emesis and moderate-severe lethargy
Management	Attempt oral re-hydration at home (e.g., breast-feeding or clear fluids)	Call 911 or go to the emergency room

^aChild with history of severe FPIES reaction: call 911 or go to the emergency department if the triggering food was definitely ingested, even in the absence of symptoms or with any symptoms regardless of severity
^bChild with no history of severe FPIES reaction

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