Immunotherapy

 A food allergy is a reaction to a food that is trigger by your immune system. Food allergies, which affect up to 8% of children and 2-3% of adults in the United States, are a significant public health concern that is on the rise. Traditional food allergy therapy focuses on rigorous allergen avoidance and the constant carrying of emergency drugs like epinephrine. Oral Immunotherapy is a novel, cutting-edge treatment approach that is becoming more widely available.

A food allergy is a reaction to a food that is trigger by your immune system. Food allergies, which affect up to 8% of children and 2-3% of adults in the United States, are a significant public health concern that is on the rise. Traditional food allergy therapy focuses on rigorous allergen avoidance and the constant carrying of emergency drugs like epinephrine. Oral Immunotherapy is a novel, cutting-edge treatment approach that is becoming more widely available.

Oral immunotherapy (OIT) is an experimental treatment in which food-allergic patients gradually increase their food intake to raise their allergic reaction threshold. This treatment comes with a high risk of allergic responses.


Is Oral Immunotherapy a Cure for Food Allergies?

Oral immunotherapy is promising in treating food allergies, but not every patient—and not every physician—can take it on.


Food allergies have no cure, but oral immunotherapy can help patients live without fear of a severe allergic reaction. Following the procedure, approximately 50–80% of youngsters gain tolerance to a food substance that would otherwise have hampered their life. Oral immunotherapy will not work for every food allergy, so talking to an allergist about your options is crucial.


Get Treat for Your Food Allergies

If you are suffering from a food allergy and want to discuss a treatment, get in touch today. Our food allergy treatment centers are located in Bradenton, Sarasota, and other areas of Florida.


Allergy Affiliates Inc, located in Bradenton, Fla., is offering immunotherapy for food allergies. Contact us today to learn about your options.


Bradenton and Sarasota Allergist Dr. Sabharwal is highly trusted and regarded for her work in Allergy and Immunology. The goal of her practice is to provide the best allergy management for the people of Florida.


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