Everything You Need to Know About Skin Prick Testing A skin prick test (SPT) is one of the most effective ways to diagnose allergies. It is: ✅ Painless – Feels like a light scratch, no bleeding. ✅ Accurate – More reliable than blood tests for allergic sensitization. ✅ Fast – Results are available in just […]
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Food Allergy Prevention Through Early Food Introduction Food allergies are on the rise, and if you’re a parent, you’ve probably heard plenty of warnings about what your child should or shouldn’t eat. It’s estimated that 8% of children and 2% of adults in the U.S. have food allergies, and these numbers are climbing—not just in
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Prevention of Peanut Allergy with Early Introduction When scientists first proposed the idea that introducing peanuts early could actually prevent peanut allergy, it was considered radical—even risky. After all, for decades, parents were told to avoid peanuts in infancy to prevent allergic reactions. But groundbreaking research by Professor Gideon Lack changed everything. His work, published
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The KEY to the Prevention of Food Allergies Worried about giving your baby a diverse diet? Not sure how to introduce solid foods safely? Concerned about food allergies and how to prevent them? If these questions have ever crossed your mind, this talk is for you! 📺 Watch it here on YouTube: The Key to
Was at a recent conference where the faculty and I went out for dinner at a restaurant with beautiful views of the Petronas twin towers. At such heights, it can instill a feeling of awe and even dizziness. A faculty member has food allergy but thankfully from due diligence, no accidental intake occurred during dinner.
Sinusitis with Nasal Polyps — Could Dust Mites Be the Hidden Trigger? Let me ask you something. You’ve been told you have sinusitis with nasal polyps.You’ve taken medications.Maybe even had surgery. And yet… it keeps coming back. So the question becomes: 👉 What is still driving the inflammation? The Missing Piece Many Patients Aren’t Told
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I went for dinner with friends at an excellent restaurant. We ordered this salad appetizer and were surprised at how delicious it was. If you take a closer look at the white beans accompanying the salad you may notice that they are not beans. Those are ant eggs but closer inspection will show that it’s
Crocodile Satay: The Exotic Snack That Tastes Like Chicken? 🐊 I was wandering around, minding my own business, when suddenly—grrroowl—my stomach had other plans. The urgent demand for food took over, and I had to find a snack fast! That’s when I stumbled upon a kiosk grilling something unusual and exotic. My knees felt weak,
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The asia pacific region is home to 60% of the world’s population. It is an extremely diverse region with its own unique cultures and medical needs. The Asia Pacific Association of Allergy, Asthma and Clinical Immunology (APAAACI) is an association of National/Regional societies of Allergy and Clinical Immunology in the Asia Pacific region. We are
Swimming with Asthma: Expert Tips to Stay Safe & Enjoy the Water You love the water but your asthma doesn’t always agree. Cold air, chlorine, and the sharp breathing during strokes can all spark an attack. The good news? With the right prep and techniques, you can enjoy swimming without fear. Here’s how. Why Swimming
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