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Reduce severe allergy risks with personalized Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) at Modena Health in Scottsdale. Safe, effective treatment for lasting tolerance.
Food allergies can be especially challenging for children, affecting their ability to participate in social activities, enjoy family meals, or even attend school without anxiety. At Modena Health, we offer a specialized Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) program designed specifically for children with severe food allergies. Our goal is to help young patients build lasting tolerance to allergenic foods, reduce the risk of life-threatening reactions, and gain the confidence to live life more freely.
A personalized treatment program that gradually exposes children to their allergenic foods to build long-term tolerance.
Children ages 4 and up with diagnosed food allergies, including severe or life-threatening reactions.
Daily, carefully measured doses of the allergenic food, with gradual increases over time.
Close medical supervision, regular follow-up visits, and emergency support to ensure the highest level of safety.
Increased food freedom, reduced anxiety, and a significantly lower risk of accidental reactions.
Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) is a groundbreaking approach that helps children with severe food allergies develop lasting tolerance. The process works by introducing tiny, carefully measured amounts of the allergenic food into the child’s diet, gradually increasing the dose over time. This repeated, controlled exposure helps "retrain" the immune system to tolerate the food safely.
Common allergens treated through OIT include:
With years of clinical research supporting its safety and effectiveness, OIT has become a leading option for families seeking long-term allergy relief for their children.
Every child begins the OIT journey with a detailed medical evaluation. This includes a full allergy history, physical examination, and diagnostic testing to confirm the specific food allergies and assess the severity of past reactions.
Treatment starts with a tiny, carefully measured dose of the allergenic food, given in a controlled, medical setting. Over time, these doses are gradually increased, helping the child build tolerance.
Once the target dose is reached, children enter the maintenance phase, where they continue consuming the allergenic food regularly to maintain their tolerance.
Our team provides regular follow-ups and support to monitor progress, adjust doses, and ensure the child’s safety throughout the program.
OIT is ideal for children who:
Our team will work closely with you to determine if OIT is the right choice for your child, considering their medical history, allergy severity, and overall health.
While OIT doesn’t involve traditional recovery, it does require ongoing commitment. Parents should closely monitor their child’s response to each dose and watch for potential side effects, like mild itching or stomach discomfort. Your provider will guide you through the process, including when to avoid exercise or hot showers after dosing to reduce reaction risk.
Many children begin to experience improved tolerance within the first few months of OIT, with long-term benefits achievable after 6 to 12 months. With consistent maintenance, some children can eventually achieve “free eating”—safely consuming foods they once had to avoid.
At Modena Health, our team is dedicated to creating a safer, more confident future for children with food allergies. We offer:
If you’re ready to help your child overcome their food allergies and embrace a more confident, worry-free life, schedule a consultation at Modena Health today.
Yes, when managed by experienced specialists, OIT is a safe and effective way to reduce severe allergic reactions.
The length of the program varies but typically ranges from 6 months to 2 years, depending on the child’s response.
Some children achieve long-term tolerance, but ongoing maintenance doses are usually required to keep their immune system desensitized.
Yes, but it’s essential to follow your provider’s guidance on timing and activity levels around dosing to reduce the risk of reactions.
Common allergens include peanuts, tree nuts, milk, eggs, wheat, soy, and shellfish. However, not every child is a candidate for every allergen.
