What is desensitisation therapy?
Persistent allergies and sensitivities can affect everyday life, particularly when symptoms keep returning or their triggers are difficult to identify. Desensitisation therapy refers to a range of treatments that aim to reduce the body's reaction to particular allergens. Treatment is not the same for every patient. The choice of approach depends on the type of allergy and symptoms, as well as a person's medical history and findings from an appropriate clinical assessment.At The Burghwood Clinic, consultations provide time to discuss your symptoms and previous investigations, and any concerns about treatment before a suitable approach is considered.
The clinic has provided specialist allergy care since 1982. Its desensitisation treatments include low-dose immunotherapy, enzyme-potentiated desensitisation (EPD), sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT), and allergen immunotherapy.
An assessment may also help identify whether other aspects of your health require attention. The clinic provides intravenous nutrition alongside its wider allergy and environmental medicine services. Desensitisation therapy is not appropriate for everyone, however.A detailed assessment can help establish whether it is suitable for your circumstances and what further investigations may be needed.
Are ongoing allergy symptoms affecting your quality of life? Contact The Burghwood Clinic to discuss your concerns and arrange a consultation.