Category: Allergies

Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) is a medical treatment for people with IgE-mediated food allergies to reduce the risk of severe allergic reactions. It is done under medical supervision and involves eating a measured amount of your allergen(s) every day. Over at least 6 months, the dose is gradually increased until you reach a maintenance goal. Most…

Hi! I’m Tia, a 25-year-old navigating life with food allergies. I am allergic to peanuts, cashews, and pistachios, and I am currently undergoing oral immunotherapy (OIT) to overcome these allergies. I started this blog to share my experience and to inspire people to advocate for themselves. I will be writing about my experiences with OIT,…