Pediatric Allergy and Immunology

Why Choose Ochsner Children's for Pediatric Allergy and Immunology?

Ochsner Children's pediatric allergy and immunology team is dedicated to providing outstanding, personalized care for infants, children and adolescents. The Ochsner pediatric allergy team treats patients in New Orleans, Metairie and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and evaluates and diagnoses symptoms including:

Nasal symptoms and sinusitis coughing
Bronchitis, wheezing
Chronic or recurrent infections
Food, drug or insect allergies
Rashes and itching of the skin

The Ochsner Pediatric Allergy team also offers comprehensive diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative services for children with allergic problems such as:

Allergic rhinitis
Allergic conjunctivitis
Urticaria (hives) and angioedema
Eczema (atopic dermatitis)
Insect allergies
Antibiotic and other drug allergies
Food allergies and intolerances
Latex allergies
Anaphylaxis
Immunodeficiencies

Ochsner's pediatric allergy diagnostic services include skin testing for allergic sensitivity, pulmonary function testing and immune function. The Ochsner Pediatric Allergy Section works closely with patients' primary care providers to institute ongoing, continuous care and to reduce costly hospitalizations and emergency room care.

FAQs

Pediatric allergy testing is usually performed by skin prick tests or blood tests. Skin tests involve placing tiny amounts of allergens on the skin and making a light prick. If a red, raised bump develops within 20 minutes, it indicates an allergy. Blood tests can be used to measure the level of allergy-specific IgE antibodies in the blood. In some cases, controlled oral food challenges may be ordered under medical supervision.

Referrals to see specialists often depend on your health insurance plan. If you have an HMO, you generally need a referral from your primary care pediatrician. If you have a PPO, you can usually book directly with a specialist.

Ochsner diagnoses and treats all types of food allergies and intolerances, with a special focus on the major allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans and sesame. Ochsner provides comprehensive testing, evaluation and management for pediatric and adult allergic conditions, including anaphylaxis and eczema.

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At Ochsner Health, we pride ourselves on being the No. 1 ranked hospital for kids in Louisiana. We are thrilled to announce that our commitment to providing exceptional pediatric care is getting a new home. Long live healthy kids!