Nemours

Allergy

Division provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment, including clinical evaluation, skin testing, and immunologic testing for children with known or suspected allergies or suspected immune deficiencies. The Division offers pharmacologic treatment, immunotherapy, disease-related counseling, treatment for immune deficiencies, and education related to prevention and control of allergic diseases by recognition of specific triggers, environmental controls, and management strategies.

Services Available:

  • Clinical evaluation
  • Skin testing
  • Drug and food allergy testing (including specific challenges)
  • Insect desensitization
  • Immunologic evaluation
  • Treatment of immune deficiency states

Typical Diagnoses/Problems:

  • Skin rashes (hives and eczema)
  • Nose and eye allergy
  • Drug reactions
  • Food reactions
  • Recurring and frequent infections