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Understanding Allergies

The Allergy Epidemic: Why Have Allergies and Asthma Increased?

Allergic conditions have tripled in the UK over the last few decades, with food allergies, asthma, and eczema now affecting millions of children. Discover the theories behind this dramatic increase and how research is changing our understanding.

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Understanding Allergies

When to See an Allergist: A Guide for Parents and Patients

While GPs can manage many allergic conditions, certain situations require specialist allergy care. This guide explains when you or your child should see an allergist for conditions like eczema, food allergies, asthma, and hay fever

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Understanding Allergies

The Allergic March: Understanding How Allergies Progress in Children

The "allergic march" describes how allergic conditions typically progress through childhood, starting with eczema and potentially developing into food allergies, hay fever, and asthma. Understanding this pattern can help parents better manage their child's allergic journey.

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Understanding Allergies

What is an Allergy? Understanding Your Child's Immune Response

Allergies occur when the immune system overreacts to harmless substances. Discover the science behind allergic reactions, what happens in your child's body during an allergy episode, and why these responses develop.

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Understanding Allergies

What Should You Eat During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding?

Confused about what to eat during pregnancy and breastfeeding to prevent allergies in your baby? Learn why a diverse, nutrient-rich diet is recommended and why food avoidance strategies are no longer supported by science.

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Allergen Treatments and Therapies

Immunotherapy vs Homeopathy: What's the Difference?

Allergy immunotherapy and homeopathy are fundamentally different approaches. Immunotherapy uses standardised, measurable doses of allergens backed by scientific research, while homeopathic treatments rely on extreme dilutions with limited scientific support.

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Allergen Treatments and Therapies

What is Allergen Immunotherapy?

Explore the benefits and process of allergen immunotherapy, a treatment designed to build long-term tolerance to specific allergens.

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Allergy Testing

A Parent's Guide to Allergy Testing: What Can Be Tested?

As a parent, are you wondering what allergies can be tested for in your child? This parent-friendly guide explains the range of food, environmental, and medication allergens that can be accurately identified through modern testing methods at the LACK Allergy Clinic.

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Allergy Medications and Testing: When to Stop and Why

Certain allergy medications must be stopped before skin prick testing and food challenges to ensure accurate results. Learn which medications need to be paused, for how long, and why this preparation is essential.

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Understanding Allergy Test Results: A Parent's Guide

Allergy testing provides valuable information about potential triggers, but results must be interpreted carefully by specialists alongside your clinical history. Learn how different test results are measured and what they mean for diagnosis.

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Food Challenge Testing: Diagnosing Allergies with Precision

Food challenge testing is the most definitive way to diagnose or rule out food allergies. This supervised procedure involves gradually consuming increasing amounts of a suspected allergen under careful medical observation.

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Best Allergy Tests: Understanding the Options

Both skin prick testing and blood testing have their place in diagnosing allergies, with each offering distinct advantages in different situations. Learn when each test is most appropriate and why your allergist might recommend one or both

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Allergy Testing for Infants: What Parents Need to Know

Food allergies can develop very early in life, even in babies under 6 months. Early testing is safe, effective, and can provide crucial information to help manage your baby's symptoms and prevent complications

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Are Allergy Tests Painful? What to Expect

Many parents worry about whether allergy tests will hurt their child. Learn what to expect during skin prick testing and blood tests, how we ensure your child's comfort, and ways to help them feel at ease during their appointment.

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