How many times does a body have to be exposed to an allergen to develop an allergy?

Dog and Cat allergens are found only in the hair and
dander

A(n) _________________ is a chronic condition involving an abnormal reaction to an ordinarily harmless substance called an allergen.

I am afraid needles and can't give myself injections

Atopic Dermatitis

Which allergen is primarily found in pillows, mattresses,
carpeting, and upholstered furniture?

The following are all common types of allergies: latex, cockroach, drug, food, insect sting, skin, dog/cat, pollen, dust mite, and mold.

._______ reduce symptoms by preventing the effects of
histamine, which is produced by the body during an
allergic reaction.

I don't have time to do injections.

Otits Media

What is the ratio of people who have asthma in America to those who don't?

.Sensitization to an allergen occurs when the immune system identifies a normally harmful allergen as harmless.

__________ reaction that appears when the skin comes in contact with an irritant or allergen. Symptoms include rash, blisters, itching and burning. Skin irritants such as
soap, detergent, fabric softeners, and shampoos are the most common cause.

My symptoms aren't that bad and are controlled by otc medicaitons.

Allergic Rhinits

What type of allergen affects a person year round?

Blood testing is the gold standard for allergy testing.

_____ are foreign proteins on the surface of the cells,
capable of stimulating an immune response.

I need to think about it?

Conjunctivitis

What percent of patient treated with IT achieve desensitization or symptom relief?

Asthma is a chronic lung disease characterized by coughing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and wheezing.

_____ antibodies are specific to each allergen included in the immunotherapy serum.

I just avoid situations where my symptoms are worst.

Sinusitis