In trials, Xolair has proved a life-changing treatment for adults with chronic hives.
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Those Who Outgrow Food Allergy Can Risk EoE
A small proportion of children who outgrow a food allergy may later develop EoE to that same food
How Many Peanuts A Day to Keep Allergy Away?
Two studies focused on peanut OIT have found possible answers to key research questions.
The Allergy Fix Documentary to Air
CBC-TV’s The Nature of Things program will air “The Allergy Fix” documentary on Thursday Feb. 27 at 7 p.m. (ET). See the trailer.
First Long-Term Study of Peanut Therapy Shows Lasting Protection
A new study has proven for the first time that oral immunotherapy for peanut can provide lasting beneficial results.
Reviews: Allergy, Gluten-Free Resource Books
New: Food Allergies: A Complete Guide for Eating When Your Life Depends on It By Scott H. Sicherer, MD Johns… Read more »
Peanut Allergy Study With Xolair: Impressive Results
A new pilot study has resulted in subjects being able to tolerate 160 to 400 times more peanut than they could at the study’s outset.
Brave Girl’s New Food Freedom
Hannah Ianelli is a new kid these days. The 11-year-old girl from the Boston area has good reason to grin,… Read more »
The Hunt for a Food Allergy Cure: Where Is It Heading?
State of food allergy research in 2013, and the obstacles to overcome.
Disordered Mast Cells, and the Clues to Food Allergy
FOOD Allergies, EoE, Autism, Asthma, Celiac Disease and Eczema all have mast cell issues in common. There is a huge need for research into food allergy and its relationship with these other diseases. You have probably heard of most of these diagnoses except for maybe a new diagnosis called Mast Cell Disorder.