Promising Results for Peanut Allergy Skin Patch in Toddlers

A skin patch containing small amounts of peanut protein has shown promise for treating peanut allergy in toddlers, according to a study. The patch, which is worn on the back, gradually exposes the child's immune system to the allergen, desensitizing them to it over time. The study found that after a year of treatment, nearly half of the children who received the highest dose of the patch were able to consume at least 10 times more peanut protein than they could before the treatment. The patch is a form of immunotherapy and could potentially be used to treat other food allergies as well.