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Modena Allergy & Asthma provides food immunotherapy to help patients reduce food allergy risks, prevent anaphylaxis, and improve quality of life.
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For individuals with severe food allergies, even a small bite of the wrong food can trigger life-threatening anaphylaxis. The constant worry about accidental exposure can be overwhelming, making everyday activities like dining out or attending social events stressful. At Modena Allergy & Asthma, we offer food immunotherapy, a cutting-edge treatment that helps reduce allergic reactions, improve food tolerance, and increase safety for those with severe food allergies.
Food immunotherapy (IT) is an innovative treatment designed to increase the body's tolerance to allergenic foods through controlled, gradual exposure. This approach, also known as oral immunotherapy (OIT) or sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), helps patients build resistance to food allergens, reducing the severity of reactions and, in some cases, allowing for complete tolerance over time.
Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) Patients consume small, increasing amounts of the allergenic food daily to build tolerance.
Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT) A safer, lower-risk approach where food extracts are placed under the tongue to gradually desensitize the immune system.
With the right approach, food immunotherapy can significantly reduce the risk of anaphylactic reactions and help patients lead a more normal, worry-free life.
At Modena Allergy & Asthma, our food allergy specialists follow a structured process to ensure safe and effective immunotherapy treatment. Over time, food immunotherapy helps increase the threshold for anaphylaxis, meaning accidental exposures become far less dangerous.
A comprehensive evaluation to confirm food allergies and determine eligibility for immunotherapy.
Lab tests and in-office food challenges help determine the exact allergens and severity of reactions.
A personalized immunotherapy protocol is designed based on scientifically backed clinical trials.
Patients consume or are exposed to tiny amounts of the allergenic food, increasing dosage over time.
Close supervision and 24/7 support ensure safety and long-term success.
Food immunotherapy is more than a treatment for food allergies—it’s a life-changing solution that transforms lives. This innovative therapy reduces the risk of severe allergic reactions from accidental exposure, giving patients and their families greater peace of mind. It allows for more food freedom, minimizing dietary restrictions and making social situations easier and less stressful.
Many patients experience an improved quality of life as anxiety around food allergies decreases, and long-term desensitization significantly reduces the severity of reactions. In some cases, food immunotherapy even enables "free eating," allowing patients to safely consume foods that previously triggered allergies. By providing patients and their families with confidence and security, this therapy helps them reclaim their lives and embrace everyday moments without constant fear.
Food immunotherapy is ideal for patients with severe food allergies, including anaphylactic reactions to:
Candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria based on age, allergy severity, and ability to adhere to the treatment protocol. Our specialists will evaluate your condition and recommend the best approach for you or your child.
The timeline for seeing results from food allergy treatments depends on the type of immunotherapy and how the patient responds. With oral immunotherapy (OIT), most patients develop significant tolerance within 6-12 months of starting treatment. Sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) often leads to gradual improvements over a longer period, ranging from months to years. The longevity of results also varies—tolerance typically lasts as long as maintenance doses are continued, but some patients achieve "sustained unresponsiveness," which allows them to eat previously allergenic foods freely.
With ongoing treatment and careful supervision, food immunotherapy can dramatically reduce the risk of severe allergic reactions, providing life-changing protection and peace of mind for patients and their families.
You don’t have to live in fear of food allergies. With expert care from Modena Allergy & Asthma, you can build tolerance, gain freedom, and protect your future. Start your journey to a safer, more confident life!
Food immunotherapy is safe and highly effective when performed under expert supervision. We closely monitor patients for reactions and make adjustments as needed.
No, but it reduces reaction severity and increases tolerance, making accidental exposures less dangerous.
Some insurance plans cover parts of the treatment, while others require out-of-pocket costs. Our team will help you navigate your options.
