Infant OIT
Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) has seen a great amount of progress over the last 10 years. As providers we have been able to work with patients and their families in not only preventing [...]
What to Expect and How to Prepare for an Oral Food Challenge
If your allergist believes you or your child might not have a food allergy, the next step is to perform an oral food challenge (OFC). OFCs are used when a careful medical history and allergy [...]
When OIT Is Not Needed For Peanut and Tree Nut Allergy
A 10-year-old male came to see me about the possibility of starting oral immunotherapy. He has an older sister who has had a life-threatening peanut reaction, followed by lifelong high positive [...]
Food Allergy Testing Basics
Allergy testing is an important step in confirming a diagnosis of food allergy. Two important rules must be kept in mind for interpreting food allergy test results. First, a carefully obtained [...]
