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Alan Khadavi, MD, APC
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9001 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 204
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone: 310-282-8822

16260 Ventura Blvd., Suite 140
Encino, CA 91436
Phone: 818-528-7776

October 1, 2020 by Alan Khadavi

Ara h 2 is the most important peanut allergen

ara h 2

Peanut allergy is a prominent IgE-mediated food allergy that can cause anaphylaxis and it is increasing in prevalence. Peanut allergy appears to be particularly persistent. Detection of allergen specific IgE supports the diagnosis of peanut allergy. Peanut Component Testing, can help diagnose specific peanut allergy. There are over 13 allergenic components identified in peanuts.  The […]

Filed Under: Allergy Testing, Blog, Uncategorized

April 3, 2020 by Alan Khadavi

Can you eat tree nuts if you are allergic to peanuts?

peanut allergy severity

Individuals with peanut allergy often avoid tree nuts, yet the rate of tree nut allergy in peanut allergic patients is often cited as low as 7%. Peanut allergy affects 1-2% of individuals in the U.S. and its increasing.  The current management is strict avoidance and prompt use of epinephrine for systemic reactions which can occur […]

Filed Under: Allergy Testing, Blog, Food allergy

July 10, 2017 by Alan Khadavi

Do you really have a Penicillin Allergy?

penicillin allergy

Penicillin allergy is reported by approximately 7-10% of the population, penicillin allergy is one of the most common medication allergies.  Having a penicillin allergy places a significant impact on health related costs and outcomes.  Studies have shown that 90% of individuals reporting penicillin allergy are not found allergic after appropriate evaluation.  Many patients have been […]

Filed Under: Allergy Testing, Blog, drug allergy

April 6, 2016 by Alan Khadavi

Hazelnut Allergy

hazelnut allergy

Hazelnut allergy can cause severe systemic reactions, tree nuts are common causes of food allergy.  In the United States, the prevalence of nut allergy has been reported between 1.1-1.3%.  In Europe, the most common food allergy sensitization was to hazelnuts in adults, making hazelnut allergy a serious problem.  Hazelnut allergy can have a considerable negative […]

Filed Under: Allergy Testing, Blog, Food allergy

July 15, 2015 by Alan Khadavi

Alternative Allergy Testing

alternative allergy testing

Alternative allergy testing is very controversial in the allergy field.  Most board certified allergists will perform the skin prick test in the office and/or send for IgE immunocap blood testing.  These two tests are widely accepted in the field and are reproducible.  However, there are other “allergy” testing methods performed and here we will discuss […]

Filed Under: Allergy Testing, Blog, Headlines

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