Expert Allergy Advice & Articles from London Allergy Consultants

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Seed Allergies: Symptoms, Testing and Treatment Guide

Seed allergies are becoming more common in the UK, with sesame, mustard, and poppy seed the most frequent triggers. This guide explains why reactions occur, how tests distinguish between sensitisation and true allergy, and the treatments available at London Allergy Consultants, including Oral Immunotherapy for selected cases.

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Bathing Tips for Eczema: Best Practices

Are you unsure about the best way to bathe babies with eczema? Should bathing be frequent or occasional? Is anything needed in the water, and does the temperature make a difference? Should the skin be patted dry rather than rubbed? Does water hardness play a role? And what if the skin looks infected—does that change things? These are some of the most common questions we hear in our clinic.

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Xolair use in our clinic for Food Allergy

Xolair is used to reduce the frequency and severity of allergic reactions, including life-threatening anaphylaxis, that can result from accidental ingestion of a food allergen. We use it in clinic for various indications including i) to facilitate OIT to multiple foods and in very sensitive indiduals, ii) to cover high-risk activities, travelling through certain countries where food allergens may be plentiful and lablling less obvious, or just for ongoing use and protection.

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Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) in our London Allergy Centre of Excellence.

At our London Allergy Centre of Excellence, we provide Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) to help patients with food allergies such as peanut, nut, sesame, milk, and egg. This structured treatment builds tolerance under medical supervision, offering long-term protection and reducing the risk of severe allergic reactions.

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CMPA Baby Symptoms: Signs Your Baby May Have Cow’s Milk Allergy

CMPA symptoms include:

  • Reflux, frequent vomiting

  • Pain - unsettled crying (colic).

  • Loose stools (diarrhoea), constipation, or blood in poo. Mucous and ‘weird’ coloured and very offensive poos.

  • Persistent skin rashes, such as eczema or hives, after feeding. Redness and rashes around the bottom.

  • Poor weight gain, food refusal, or significant irritability

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A Paediatric Allergist’s Guide to Baby Poo

New parents often worry about baby poop—its colour, texture, and frequency. This guide, written by a leading paediatric allergist, explains what’s normal, when to seek help, and how newborn poop can provide clues about gut health, allergies, and development during those early months.

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