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Oral immunotherapy: The answer to peanut allergy?
Authors: Whitsel, R. M., Bjelac, J. A., Subramanian, A., Hoyt, A., & Hong, S. J.
- Journals: Cleve Clin J Med.
- Pages: 104–109
- Volume: 88(2)
- Year: 2021
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Peanut and tree-nut allergies have increased dramatically in prevalence, especially in children. Historically, children with food allergies have been treated through strict avoidance of the allergen. Recently, an oral preparation of peanut allergen (Palforzia) was approved for immunotherapy (ie, desensitization) in children 4 to 17 years old. This article reviews oral immunotherapy and its role in children with peanut allergies.