Dr. Barry Dworkin

A new skin patch immunotherapy system to treat peanut allergies is being studied in toddlers and so far, it seems to work reasonably well to prevent anaphylaxis with accidental peanut ingestion.

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 12, 2023

Source:
A skin patch to treat peanut allergies? Study in toddlers shows promise

Reference:
Phase 3 Trial of Epicutaneous Immunotherapy in Toddlers with Peanut Allergy

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