Blogs

Madden’s Story
Peanut allergies are the second most common allergy in children in the United States today. When Madden was a young baby, he showed signs of eczema and asthma…

Nolan’s Story
Kids with severe allergies sometimes miss out on typical childhood things such as preschool, eating out, and birthday parties. This is the case for Nolan They kept him home….

Eva’s Story
Food allergies can cause a variety of symptoms, including rash, headache, sneezing, runny nose and swelling. However, an allergy to food can also cause digestive issues such…

Delaeni’s Story
It only took Delaeni touching peanut butter then her eye for them to discover her severe allergy to peanuts. Her whole face swelled up and her eyes swelled shut…

Sullivan’s Story
We cannot thank you enough for everything you have done for our family, especially Sullivan. From the moment we met you last July we knew we wanted to pursue OIT with you…

Things You Can Do to Minimize Fall Allergy Symptoms
Seasonal fall allergies are sometimes the result of changes in weather that can increase the presence of airborne pollens or mold. In some patients, this can cause the onset of seasonal allergy…

Sofie’s Story
Sofie had an allergic reaction to peanuts as a small child. Her mom, Katalin, diligently took Sofie to the allergist every year for testing. Year after year, the same diagnosis…

Cheryl’s Story
Danielle’s daughter Cheryl had reactions to different foods as early as 10 months old. First, Cheryl couldn’t keep down the scrambled eggs her mom made for her one morning…

Allergies, Asthma and the Hygiene Hypothesis
Leading medical researchers have offered the “hygiene hypothesis” to explain the rising number of diagnosed allergy and asthma cases. The theory maintains that modern living environments are….

Ronil’s Story
Lakhbir had the terrifying experience of rushing her four year old son, Ronil to the hospital after he ate a snickers bar which caused an anaphylactic reaction. From that day forward…

Rohan’s Story
Rohan began his battle with allergies early in life. He would experience terrible eczema when breastfeeding, so his family began an elimination diet. For 6 or 7 years…

Cecelia & Patrick’s Story
It is not uncommon for us to see families with multiple children taking part in OIT. Is it work for our families? Of course! The alternative though, is avoidance which comes with a…