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Immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots or desensitization, treats allergies by:
Types
1. *Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (SCIT)*: Allergy shots
2. *Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT)*: Oral tablets or drops
3. *Intradermal Immunotherapy*: Skin injections
Benefits
1. Reduces symptoms
2. Decreases medication reliance
3. Long-term relief
4. Prevents new allergies
Treatment Process
1. Diagnosis: Identify specific allergen
2. Initial phase: Regular injections (SCIT) or doses (SLIT)
3. Maintenance phase: Less frequent treatments
4. Monitoring: Adjust treatment as needed
Common Allergies Treated
1. Seasonal allergies (hay fever)
2. Insect stings
3. Dust mites
4. Pet allergies
5. Parthenium pollen allergy
Side Effects
1. Local reactions (redness, swelling)
2. Systemic reactions (rare)
3. Anaphylaxis (rare)
Contraindications
1. Severe asthma
2. Heart conditions
3. Autoimmune disorders
4. Pregnancy
Consult
Consult an allergist or healthcare professional to determine suitability and develop personalized treatment plans.
Dr. AVYACT AGRAWAL
MBBS MD Pediatrics
Director Pulse Allergy testing centre.
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