Allergy treatment vs. avoidance in babies under 2
Part of Immune system & allergy clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to manage food allergies in infants: giving tiny amounts of the allergen (oral immunotherapy) versus avoiding the allergen completely. It hopes to find out which approach helps young children outgrow their food allergies more effectively.
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Who can take part
- Your child is under 2 years old (0-2 years).
- Your child has a confirmed allergy to peanuts, tree nuts, or sesame, proven by a food challenge in the clinic and a positive skin prick test or blood test.
- Your child is not currently on any allergy immunotherapy (like allergy shots or drops) or biologic treatments (like Xolair).
- Your child does not have severe or uncontrolled medical conditions, such as severe asthma, severe eczema needing systemic steroids, or certain gut disorders like eosinophilic esophagitis.
- Both parents need to agree and sign an informed consent form.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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