Category: Allergies
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When Allergies and Eczema Collide: Understanding the Atopic March
The atopic march refers to the progression of allergic conditions in children, typically beginning with eczema or food allergies and potentially leading to asthma. Early detection and intervention, including testing IgE levels, tracking triggers, and consulting an allergist, are crucial to managing these conditions and preventing further complications.
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OpenEvidence AI in Allergy Care: The Best Assistant I Didn’t Know I Needed
Allergy care is complex, but OpenEvidence AI simplifies the documentation and research process for doctors. It enables rapid access to evidence-based answers, reduces errors, saves time, and enhances patient trust through transparency. This AI tool is transforming practices, decreasing burnout, and paving the way for a future where AI integrates seamlessly into medical care.
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How Stress Alters Gut Bacteria and Triggers Allergies
49% of Americans experience stress daily. Here’s how stress destroys your gut and its hidden relationship with allergies.
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Oral Immunotherapy: The Future of Peanut Allergy Management
“Don’t eat peanuts or you’ll die!” For decades, strict avoidance was our approach to peanut allergy management. If you never ate peanuts, you would never react. But unfortunately, life is unpredictable, and accidental ingestion happens all the time. The Limitations of Strict Avoidance Even the most careful parents can’t control every meal their child eats. …
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Spring update on allergies
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Why Food Allergy Rates Are Rising—and What It Means for Public Health
Food allergies are skyrocketing. Since 1997, peanut allergies in children have tripled, and food allergies overall have increased by 50%. It’s not just an individual health issue; it’s a $25 billion-a-year problem when you factor in rising emergency room visits, increased medications, lost productivity, and special dietary needs. While advancements in emergency treatment have helped…
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6 Common Mistakes Parents Make With Food Allergens in Kids
Over 40% of children with food allergies experience severe reactions, often due to parental mistakes. Key errors include full-dose challenges, testing multiple allergens, neglecting investigation post-reaction, over-reliance on blood tests, and inadequate food safety.
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How AI Is Revolutionizing Food Allergy Diagnostics & Healthcare
Imagine a world where diagnosing food allergies is precise, fast, and accessible to everyone. That future isn’t far off thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). With its unmatched ability to process and analyze vast amounts of data in seconds, AI is set to transform how we diagnose and manage food allergies. As a practicing allergist with…
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6 Food Allergy Myths That Could Put You at Risk
Food allergies are often misunderstood, and misinformation can lead to dangerous assumptions. Whether you’re managing allergies yourself or looking out for a loved one, it’s time to separate fact from fiction. As an allergist doctor with over thirty years of experience, here are six of the most common myths about food allergies I see—and the…
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Gut Health and Its Relationship with Allergies
Most people don’t realize their gut plays a major role in managing allergies. Trillions of bacteria in your gut microbiome influence immune responses, potentially making allergies worse—or better. Research is now showing how the balance of these bacteria impacts inflammation and allergic reactions. Understanding this connection is the first step toward taking control of your…
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