Journal Reviews

Allergy testing in children with beta-lactam hypersensitivity

1 July 2018 | | beta-lactam hypersensitivity, child, oral challenge, skin tests

The beta-lactam antibiotic is commonly used in treating ENT infections in childhood. However, its use can be limited by reported hypersensitivity or allergy to the antibiotic. This is largely attributed to the previous development of skin rashes while being on...