Management of Pediatric Food Allergies Evolving
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The treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD) is undergoing a revolution thanks to biologics. Now, an allergist and a dietician told pediatric dermatologists that the treatment of a related condition ― food allergy ― is also undergoing a dramatic transformation as the management approach evolves away from blanket avoidance of allergens.
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@ritabhari According to Carina Venter, PhD, RD, associate professor of pediatrics-allergy/immunology at the University of Colorado, Denver, Colorado, who also spoke at the conference, an estimated 20% to 30% of patients with AD also have food allergies, and up to 90% of infants with cow's milk allergy develop skin symptoms.