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Food sensitivity and allergy tests differ significantly, with food allergy tests focused on immediate, severe reactions mediated by IgE antibodies, and food sensitivity tests primarily identifying delayed immune responses mediated by IgG antibodies. Food allergy tests are generally more reliable and straightforward, while food sensitivity tests usually need to be used in conjunction with other diagnostic methods. Allergies and sensitivities are often talked about interchangeably, but there are some pretty

Sublingual immunotherapy is an allergy treatment that Dr Richard Baker has been using for over fifty years, and has been life changing for many patients. Many of our patients here at Allergy Testing Sydney, who want to improve their quality of life and reduce the impact of their allergies, ask about sublingual immunotherapy. This is a useful and convenient therapy for those who want to avoid the traditional, but more

Eczema, often called atopic dermatitis, is a persistent skin condition defined by inflammation, dryness, and itching. It typically appears as red, scaly areas on the skin and can range in severity from minor irritation to highly uncomfortable.  Eczema affects people of all ages, but it is most common in children. This type of condition is not contagious but can significantly impact daily life due to its persistent symptoms.   While topical

Many Australians suffer from dust mite allergies which are more common in humid and coastal regions however with modern rural homes more commonly having tight aluminium windows and evaporative air conditioning indoor moisture levels can be high enough to maintain a mite population. These microscopic organisms are largely invisible to the human eye and live within the home, feeding on dead skin cells and fungal spores causing issues for those