Getting rid of nut allergies in kids

[drewk]

I have read about doctors able to get rid of food allergies by slowly re-introducing the allergen to kids in gradually increasing doses over a long period of time.  Has anyone heard of this and does it work?

[tmv]

Never heard of it, but it sounds a little dangerous to me as some kids have very severe reactions. I wouldn't try it unless under a dr care. Let us know how it goes.

[Deeds]

I'm not sure of the percentage but, most kids allergies lessen as they age and some go away entirely...What does your allergist say?  

[g8rgirl2882]

Firstly let me tell you (which I just read for myself!) that 7 out of every 100 kids have allergies, and only 2 ou of 100 have allergies, regarding FOODS.  It is true that in cases where you have a mild to moderate allergic reaction to a food, re-introduction has been successful in getting rid of those allergies - but I agree with the above statement, this isn't something you want to do without a Dr's approval.

**Also, the only two allergies that kids have, that are most likely to have later in life are to peanuts/peanut products/ and fish.  If that helps! :)