"I can finally eat at restaurants without fear" - Sarah's Journey to Food Freedom

Hello,

Today, we're sharing an inspiring story from our LA Food Allergy Institute family. Meet Sarah, a 14-year-old who successfully completed our Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) program for peanut allergy. Her journey could be your story too.

👋 Meet Sarah: From Fear to Freedom

I was diagnosed with a severe peanut allergy when I was just 2 years old. For 12 years, I lived in constant fear of accidental exposure. Birthday parties, school lunches, and eating out were always stressful. But everything changed when we found LA Food Allergy Institute.

🌟 Sarah's OIT Journey: Week by Week

Month 1: Initial Consultation

• Comprehensive allergy testing

• Development of personalized OIT plan

• Education about the process

Month 2-3: Building Tolerance

• Started with microscopic amounts of peanut protein

• Weekly visits to gradually increase dosage

• Careful monitoring by our medical team

Month 4-5: Progress & Milestones

• Reached significant dosage increases

• Experienced growing confidence

• Family noticed reduced anxiety

Month 6: Success!

• Achieved maintenance dose

• Able to safely consume peanuts

• Life-changing freedom from fear

💭 From Sarah's Mom: "Watching Sarah enjoy her first peanut butter cookie after completing OIT was a moment I'll never forget. Dr. Manoukian and his team didn't just treat her allergy – they gave her her childhood back."

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Manoukian's Perspective

Sarah's success story represents what we strive for at LA Food Allergy Institute. OIT isn't just about building tolerance to allergens – it's about transforming lives and giving patients their freedom back.

Dr. Manoukian's expertise in OIT includes:

• Board-Certified Allergist & Immunologist

• Pioneer in food allergy treatment

• Extensive research in immunotherapy

• Hundreds of successful OIT cases

🎯 What Makes OIT Successful?

1. Personalized Treatment Plans

2. Constant Medical Supervision

3. Patient Dedication

4. Family Support

5. Expert Medical Team

💡 Did You Know? Most patients can reach their maintenance dose within 6-8 months of starting OIT.

Ready to start your own success story?

At LA Food Allergy Institute, we offer:

1. Comprehensive allergy evaluation

2. Customized OIT programs

3. Continuous support throughout your journey

4. Regular monitoring and adjustments

❓ Common Questions About OIT:

Q: Is OIT safe? A: Yes! Our program follows strict safety protocols with constant medical supervision.

Q: How long does it take? A: Treatment duration varies, but most patients reach maintenance in 6-8 months.

Q: What ages are eligible? A: We evaluate patients as young as two years old for OIT.

Questions about starting your OIT journey? We're here to help! 📞 818-561-4533 ✉️ [email protected]

Here's to your future food freedom, The LA Food Allergy Institute Team

P.S. Worried about treatment costs? We offer various payment options and work with most major insurance plans. Let's discuss your situation!