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Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
“Helping you understand allergies—one episode at a time”
Welcome to Hope & Histamine, the trusted podcast for families navigating the complex world of paediatric allergies. Hosted by a dedicated healthcare professional, this show offers clear, compassionate, and evidence-based guidance on the diagnosis, treatment, and day-to-day management of allergies and atopic conditions in children.
From eczema to food allergies, asthma to anaphylaxis, each episode breaks down medical facts into practical…
Episodes
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Newborn Bathing & Baby Skincare: Can They Prevent Eczema? Insights from the EAACI Global Survey
Could a newborn’s first bath and early skincare routine influence their risk of developing eczema? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Nasal Steroids in Children: Allergic Rhinitis, Adenoids & Safety—What Does the Evidence Say?
Are nasal steroid sprays safe for children—and when do they really help? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we explore…
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Paediatric Asthma Update: What’s New in Childhood Asthma Management?
What’s new in childhood asthma care—and what does it mean for everyday practice? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Omalizumab vs Oral Immunotherapy for Multiple Food Allergies: OUtMATCH Trial Explained
How does omalizumab compare with oral immunotherapy for treating multiple food allergies? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Eggs and Peanuts in Pregnancy: Why More Didn’t Reduce Infant Allergy Risk
Can eating more eggs and peanuts during pregnancy and breastfeeding reduce a baby’s risk of developing food allergy? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The…
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Kounis Syndrome Explained: When a Severe Allergic Reaction Triggers Acute Coronary Syndrome
What happens when a severe allergic reaction affects not only the skin and airways but also the coronary arteries? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The…
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Rethinking the Blue Inhaler: Budesonide–Formoterol vs Salbutamol in Children with Mild Asthma | The CARE Trial
Is it time to rethink the traditional blue reliever inhaler for children with mild asthma? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
The Peanut Patch Revolution: Is Epicutaneous Immunotherapy the Future of Peanut Allergy Treatment in Children?
Could a simple skin patch transform the treatment of peanut allergy in young children? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Dupilumab in Children: A Game-Changer for Eczema, Asthma and Atopic Disease
Dupilumab has transformed the treatment of several type 2 inflammatory conditions—but how does it work, which children may benefit, and what should clinicians…
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Pediatric Hereditary Angioedema: Diagnosis, Treatment & Long-Term Management
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare but potentially life-threatening genetic disorder that often presents during childhood, yet diagnosis is frequently…
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Allergy and Eustachian Tube Dysfunction: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Treatment
Why do your ears feel blocked during allergy season? Can hay fever really affect your hearing? What causes that frustrating sensation of ear fullness, popping…
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Orofacial Granulomatosis (OFG): Symptoms, Diagnosis, Causes & Modern Treatment
Orofacial Granulomatosis (OFG) is a rare but often overlooked inflammatory condition that can present with persistent lip swelling, oral ulcers, gum changes…
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Idiopathic Anaphylaxis Explained: Causes, Diagnosis & Treatment
What happens when someone experiences anaphylaxis, but no trigger can be identified? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Preventing and Treating Peanut Allergy in Children: From Early Introduction to Immunotherapy
Peanut allergy has become one of the most important and widely discussed topics in paediatric allergy. In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis (EoE) Explained: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Modern Treatment Strategies
In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we explore Eosinophilic Oesophagitis, or EoE— an increasingly recognised allergic…
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Bee and Wasp Sting Allergy in Children: Diagnosis, Risk Assessment and Management of Hymenoptera Venom Allergy
In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we explore the diagnosis and management of Hymenoptera venom allergy in children…
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Food Allergy Anxiety: The Hidden Impact on Children, Parents and Everyday Life
Food allergies are often seen as a medical condition centred around avoidance, emergency plans and adrenaline auto-injectors — but the impact goes far beyond…
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Ibuprofen Allergy or NSAID Hypersensitivity in Children? Diagnosis and Management Guide
NSAID hypersensitivity in children can be challenging to recognise, diagnose, and manage safely. In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy…
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Penicillin Allergy in Children: Myths, Diagnosis, Delabelling, and Safe Antibiotic Choices
Penicillin allergy is one of the most commonly reported drug allergies in children — but many children labelled as “penicillin allergic” are not truly…
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Alpha-Gal Syndrome Explained: Tick-Bite Meat Allergy, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Management
In this episode of Hope & Histamine, we explore Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS) — a fascinating and increasingly recognised form of tick-bite-related allergy that can…
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Chronic Urticaria Treatment Explained: Antihistamines, Biologics and New Therapies for Long-Term Hives
Chronic urticaria can be frustrating, unpredictable and deeply disruptive — but modern treatment has moved far beyond “just take an antihistamine.” In this…
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Chronic Urticaria in Children: Clinical Features, Pathogenesis and Diagnostic Evaluation
In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we explore chronic urticaria in children, including its key clinical features, underlying…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
The Role of Vitamin D in Allergic Disease: Eczema, Asthma, Food Allergy and Beyond
In this episode of Hope & Histamine, we explore the fascinating and often debated role of vitamin D in allergic disease. From eczema, asthma, and allergic…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Severe Asthma in Children: Evaluation, Diagnosis and Management
Severe asthma in children can be challenging to recognise, investigate and manage effectively. In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Understanding Biomarkers in Asthma and Allergic Diseases
In this episode, we explore the growing role of biomarkers in asthma and allergic diseases and why they are becoming essential in modern diagnosis…
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How Cigarette Smoke Worsens Asthma: Symptoms, Risks and Prevention
How does cigarette smoke affect asthma? In this episode, we discuss the relationship between asthma and cigarette smoke exposure, including secondhand smoke…
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Treatable Traits in Asthma Care: A Personalised Medicine Approach to Better Asthma Control
Asthma care is changing. In this episode, we explore the concept of treatable traits in asthma and why a personalised, precision-medicine approach is…
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Gustatory Sweating After Eating: Frey’s Syndrome Misdiagnosed as Food Allergy
Frey’s syndrome can look exactly like a food allergy: facial flushing, warmth, sweating (sometimes even a “rash-like” redness) that appears within minutes of…
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Foetal Origins of Allergy: How Early Nutrition Programs Lifelong Immune Health
In this episode, we unpack The Foetal Origins of Allergy and the idea that the foundations of allergic disease may be laid before birth. Using the lens of…
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Allergic Reactions to Anisakis in Fish: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Prevention
Ever had a patient (or child) react to fish even when it’s been properly cooked—and the story just doesn’t fit a classic “fish allergy”? This episode dives…
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Scombroid (Histamine) Fish Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment & How to Prevent It
Ever seen someone develop flushing, hives, a pounding headache, or even wheeze soon after eating fish—and everyone assumes it’s a “fish allergy”? In this…
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Shellfish Allergy in Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Testing & Treatment
Shellfish allergy can feel scary—especially when reactions can be sudden and severe. In this episode, we break down shellfish allergy in a clear, practical…
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Does Colostrum Protect Against Peanut Allergy? Birth Cohort Findings Explained
In this episode, we explore a fascinating question in early-life allergy prevention: could colostrum act as a protective factor against peanut allergy? Using…
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Extraintestinal Manifestations of Coeliac Disease: Symptoms Beyond the Gut (Skin, Anaemia, Bones & Brain)
Coeliac disease isn’t always a “gut problem.” In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we unpack the extraintestinal manifestations…
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Coeliac Disease Explained: Symptoms, Testing, and Going Gluten-Free
Coeliac disease can be easy to miss — and the symptoms aren’t always “classic” tummy pain or diarrhoea. In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric…
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Wheat Allergy: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis & Management
Wheat allergy can be confusing — especially when “gluten-free” gets mixed up with coeliac disease, wheat intolerance, or everyday tummy troubles. In this…
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Pancake Syndrome Explained: Dust Mite–Contaminated Flour and Severe Food Allergy
🥞 Can pancakes really cause anaphylaxis? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we explore Pancake Syndrome — a rare but…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
House Dust Mite Allergy Explained: Symptoms, Triggers, and Practical Solutions
Is house dust mite allergy the hidden cause of year-round sneezing, blocked nose, wheeze, or eczema in children? In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Grass Pollen Allergy (Hay Fever): Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Treatments
Grass pollen allergy, commonly known as hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis, affects millions of children and adults—especially during the spring and…
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Pollen Food Syndrome (Oral Allergy Syndrome): Symptoms, Triggers & Practical Management
Pollen Food Syndrome (also known as Oral Allergy Syndrome) is one of the most common — yet frequently misunderstood — food-related allergic conditions. In this…
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Blueberries for Babies: Introducing Blueberry as a First Complementary Food
Can babies eat blueberries as one of their first solid foods? When should blueberries be introduced during weaning and complementary feeding? Are blueberries…
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Precautionary Allergen Labelling: What ‘May Contain’ Really Means for Families
Precautionary Allergen Labelling (PAL) — those familiar phrases like “may contain nuts” or “made in a factory that handles milk” — is meant to keep people with…
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Nasal Adrenaline: A Game-Changer for Anaphylaxis Care?
Severe allergic reactions can happen anywhere, anytime — and every second counts. In this episode, we explore the exciting new development of adrenaline nasal…
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Ultra-Processed Foods: How They Impact Your Health & Long-Term Disease Risk
Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are now a major part of children’s diets — colourful packaging, cartoon characters, and convenience make them hard to resist. But…
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Multiplex Allergy Testing with ImmunoCAP ISAC: What Clinicians Need to Know
Discover how ImmunoCAP ISAC multiplex allergen testing is reshaping the future of allergy diagnosis. In this episode, we break down the science behind ISAC…
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Basophil Activation Test (BAT): Accuracy, Interpretation & Clinical Use in Allergy Diagnosis
In this episode, we dive deep into the Basophil Activation Test (BAT) — one of the most advanced tools in modern allergy diagnostics. Join us as we break down…
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How Accurate Are Allergy Tests? Unpacking IgE-Mediated Food Allergy Diagnostics
How accurate are the tests we rely on to diagnose IgE-mediated food allergy? In this episode, we explore the science behind skin prick testing, serum-specific…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Decoding Component-Resolved Diagnostics: A New Era in Allergy Testing
Component-Resolved Diagnostics (CRD) is transforming the way we diagnose and manage food and aeroallergy. In this episode, we break down what CRD really is…
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Peach Allergy Explained: Hidden Risks Behind a Summer Favourite
Peach allergy is more common than most people realise—especially in Europe and among people with seasonal hay fever or birch pollen allergy. In this episode…
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Lipid Transfer Protein Allergy Explained: From Peaches to Peanuts
In this episode of Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast, we explore the complex world of Lipid Transfer Protein (LTP) allergy — a powerful plant…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
From Birch to Bite: The Hidden Allergy of Pollen Food Allergy Syndrome
Have you ever wondered why some people get an itchy mouth or tingling lips after eating fresh fruit, vegetables, or nuts—especially during pollen season? In…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
When Beans Bite Back: Everything You Need to Know About Legume Allergies
Did you know that allergies to beans, peas, lentils and chickpeas are becoming more common? In this episode, we explain what a legume allergy really means, why…
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Living With Soya Allergy: Hidden Ingredients, Soya Lecithin & Label Dilemmas
Soya is one of the 14 major allergens, but it often hides in unexpected places. In this episode, we explore the world of soya allergy, uncovering the role of…
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Beyond Typical: Understanding Atypical FPIES and Its Unique Challenges
Beyond the Usual: Exploring Atypical FPIES takes you inside the complex world of Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES)—a rare but increasingly…
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FPIES Uncovered: Demystifying Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome for Parents & Clinicians
Food Protein-Induced Enterocolitis Syndrome (FPIES) can be overwhelming for parents and healthcare professionals alike. In this episode, we break down…
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Beyond the EpiPen: Debunking Anaphylaxis Myths and Misconceptions
Anaphylaxis remains one of the most critical emergencies in allergy care, yet myths, misconceptions, and inconsistent guidelines often leave both clinicians…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Anaphylaxis Unpacked: Recognition & Response
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening medical emergency that can strike suddenly and escalate within minutes. In this episode, we unpack the essentials of…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
From Risk to Resilience: The IMPACT Peanut Study
Peanut allergy can make everyday life stressful — from birthday parties to school snacks. But what if there was a way to help children build protection instead…
- Hope & Histamine: The Paediatric Allergy Podcast
Double Trouble: Unpacking Nut and Sesame Seed Co-Allergy in Europe
In this episode, we dive into a groundbreaking European multicenter study that sheds light on the often-overlooked overlap between nut and sesame seed…
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Peanuts, Pills, and Progress: The AR101 Breakthrough
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of oral immunotherapy (OIT) and explore the efficacy and safety of AR101 (now known as PTAH)—a…