In the past 20 years there has been a significant increase in numbers of children suffering from a food allergy – with as many as eight per cent affected in Europe and North America.
The guidance advises doctors when and how to consider the possibility that a child may have a food allergy and when to consider further testing.
It is the first time guidance on food allergies has been issued.
Dr Judith Richardson, associate director at the centre for clinical practice at Nice, said: "Food allergies in children are becoming more common, therefore, it is important that there are appropriate, evidence-based approaches in treating those with this condition.
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