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If you are using Neocate with your little one, you may be familiar with eczema, an uncomfortably itchy rash often associated with food allergies. Fortunately, when eczema is related to a food allergy, transitioning to Neocate helps address part of the problem by providing a hypoallergenic source of nutrition. However, for some children it can still take some time after starting Neocate for eczema to completely resolve and in the interim you may...

...that a parent notices. While it’s true that almost all babies experience diaper rash at some point, this is not the same as a rash caused by food allergy. Diaper rash, like many rashes, is caused by something on the outside: wet or rubbing diapers, scented lotion, rough fabrics, or even fabric softener. It’s important to rule out these other causes that might contribute to eczema, atopic dermatitis, or itching. If you’ve eliminated potential causes,...

...kept inside the home. A 2013 study found that early exposure to dogs might reduce the risk for developing atopic dermatitis. No increased or decreased risk was found with early exposure to cats[4] The evidence is still not strong enough to suggest that you should get a pet for the sole purpose of preventing your children from developing allergies. However, the good news is that if you have a pet already or are planning to...

...cost, fewer allergens tested. Atopic Patch Test (APT) – Skin exposure to allergen over long period of time (24 – 72 hours). Used to assess non-IgE food allergy responses. Advantages: Assesses late onset of symptoms, can help to identify allergens for patients with Eosinophilic Esophagitis or Atopic Dermatitis. Disadvantages: Highly variable in testing method, preparations and results. Oral Food Challenge – Specific foods are introduced to patient and symptoms are assessed. Must be a double...

...link between c-section and atopy and allergic rhinitis among children who have a family history of allergies and asthma. A 2008 study out of Denmark found that c-sections are associated with a moderate risk increase for allergic rhinitis, asthma, hospitalization for asthma, and possibly food allergy, but not for inhalant atopy or atopic dermatitis. A 2009 Norwegian study found no link between c-section and the development of food allergies in children during the first 2...