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Food allergy in children.

J O Hourihane1, P K Smith, S Strobel

  • 1Department of Child Health, Southmapton University, Institute of Child Health, University College of London, London, UK.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|March 6, 2002
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Food allergies are a growing global health concern, impacting children

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Allergy and Immunology
  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Food allergies are increasing globally, affecting children's diet, school life, and family well-being.
  • Nut allergies are linked to severe reactions and fatalities.
  • Diagnosis and management are crucial due to significant health and psychological impacts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and management of food allergies in children.
  • To highlight the role of specific food immunoglobulin E (IgE) and skin prick tests (SPT).
  • To discuss current challenges and future directions in food allergy treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of diagnostic tools including specific food IgE and SPT.
  • Consideration of formal food challenges for diagnosis.

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  • Review of dietary management, risk avoidance, and emergency plans.

    • Main Results:

    • Specific food IgE and SPT are valuable in selected pediatric populations.
    • Formal challenges may be needed to differentiate allergies from intolerances.
    • Most childhood egg and milk allergies resolve by age 3-5 (approx. 80%).

    Conclusions:

    • Effective management of pediatric food allergies requires a multidisciplinary approach.
    • Advances in immunotherapy have not yet yielded successful human treatments.
    • Accurate diagnosis and risk assessment are key for reintroducing foods and improving quality of life.