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Allergy Relief: New Hope in Old Treatment
16 Mar
Summary
- A new immunotherapy revives an old treatment for seasonal allergies.
- Sublingual immunotherapy uses under-the-tongue drops for desensitization.
- Allergic rhinitis affects over 400 million people worldwide.
A groundbreaking immunotherapy, inspired by an established treatment, offers new hope for individuals suffering from seasonal allergies. This therapy aims to train the body to build resistance against allergens. One consultant allergist recalled a patient whose life was transformed by sublingual immunotherapy, which involves placing allergen drops under the tongue for desensitization.
This treatment method is particularly significant given the widespread nature of allergic rhinitis. The condition affects more than 400 million people globally, causing symptoms ranging from a runny nose and itchy eyes to severe breathing difficulties.
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