Allergen Immunotherapy

Allergen immunotherapy, also known as desensitization or hyposensitization, is a medical treatment used to reduce a person's sensitivity to environmental allergens. It works by exposing the patient to increasing doses of the allergen, over time, until the person is no longer sensitive to that allergen. This is an effective and long-term solution for many people who suffer from allergies and can be used to treat a range of conditions, including asthma, hay fever, contact dermatitis, and allergic rhinitis. By gradually introducing allergens into the body, the immune system can become tolerant of the allergens, thereby decreasing the severity of allergic reactions. Allergen immunotherapy may be administered in the form of a shot, pill, or inhaler, and the number of treatments required to achieve the desired result will vary from person to person.