Allergies in Children
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Allergies in Children
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An allergy is an immune response to a particular trigger (allergen). Immunotherapy works like a vaccine to help the body build immunity toward that allergen.
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Most people associate allergy immunotherapy with “allergy shots.”
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But there are two types of allergy immunotherapy treatment available for children:
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- Subcutaneous (injected) immunotherapy (SCIT) or allergy shots, involve exposing children to increasing doses of the allergen over time
- Sublingual (under the tongue) immunotherapy (SLIT) uses tablet form
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Some benefits of allergy shots and immunotherapy for kids:
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- Provides long-lasting symptom relief
- Reduces the need for medication
- Decreases the risk of asthma
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It is advisable to consult with your pediatrician to better navigate through your child’s allergies.
Dr. Bhavin Patel
