Are Strawberries A Natural Antihistamine?
- Allergic Rhinitis - Antihistamines
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Complications
Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy (commonly called "allergy shots") is a safe and effective treatment for patients with allergies. It is based on the premise that people who receive injections of a specific allergen will lose sensitivity to that allergen. The most common allergens for which shots are given are house dust, cat dander, grass pollen, and mold.
Immunotherapy benefits include:
- Targeting the specific allergen
- Reducing sensitivity in airways in the lungs as well as in the upper airways
- Preventing...
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