Treatment
Oral immunotherapy (OIT)
Building meaningful protection against accidental exposure through carefully supervised oral immunotherapy for common food allergens.
A Groundbreaking Treatment for Food Allergies
Struggling with a food allergy? Our expert-led Food Allergy Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) in London helps build tolerance and reduce severe reactions, empowering you to live safely and confidently.
What is Oral Immunotherapy (OIT)?
Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) is a desensitisation treatment that involves introducing small, controlled amounts of an allergenic food to the immune system under medical supervision. Over time, this process helps the body become more tolerant, significantly lowering the risk of severe allergic reactions.
Goal: To reduce sensitivity and prevent life-threatening reactions. Treatment Duration: Typically 6 months up-dosing, tailored to each patient, ongoing consumption thereafter. Effectiveness: Clinical studies show OIT can help reduce the severity of allergic reactions and, in some cases, allow individuals to eat the food safely.
As a leading provider of immunotherapy in London and beyond, we offer OIT for a range of foods for both children and young adults.
Who is Suitable for OIT?
Not every patient is suitable for OIT. Our expert team will conduct a thorough assessment to determine eligibility, taking into account your medical history, allergy severity, and lifestyle factors.
How Does OIT Work?
Comprehensive evaluation by our specialist allergy team, including:
- Detailed medical history review
- Skin prick and/or IgE blood testing
- Baseline Oral Food Challenge, if indicated
- Discussion of suitability for OIT
- Shared decision-making when choosing an OIT regimen.
Gradual exposure to increasing doses of the allergenic food under strict medical supervision at our London clinics. Close monitoring to ensure safety and minimise symptoms.
Daily doses at home with regular follow-up. Long-term goal is to increase tolerance and reduce severe reactions.
As a leading centre for immunotherapy in London, our team will hold your hand on this journey to ensure safety and to optimise outcomes.
Why Parents Choose London Allergy Consultants for OIT:
Led by Professor George du Toit – A world-leading paediatric allergy specialist State-of-the-art allergy clinic in London Evidence-based, research-backed treatments, with close regulatory oversight Personalised, patient-centred approach Child-friendly, safe, and supportive environment
However, not everyone is a candidate. Our specialist team will assess suitability based on your medical history, allergy severity, and personal circumstances.
Certain allergens (e.g., wheat, milk, and egg) cannot be combined in a multi-food regimen for safety reasons.
Pricing details are available on request, please contact us.
Book An OIT Consultation Today
If you or your child has a diagnosed food allergy and would like to explore Food Allergy Oral Immunotherapy, contact London Allergy Consultants today.