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Allergen Immunotherapy

Repeatedly administering extracts of the allergen in allergic individuals decrease the effect and symptoms of allergic reaction to subsequent allergic exposure in the long run. This allergen immunotherapy is beneficial in conditions like allergic rhinosinusitis, asthma, allergic conjunctivitis, etc. Administering allergens over some time develops tolerance to the allergic triggers.

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I am allergic to dust, frequent post nasal drip, sneezing and cough. Kindly help.

Query: Hi doctor, I have cough, sneezing, frequent postnasal drip, and have been allergic to dust for more than three years. I had taken tablet Montek-LC, Fluticasone nasal spray, and Azelastine nasal spray but no relief. I had taken nasal endoscopy, and it showed a mild deviation of the nasal septum, but ...  Read Full »


Dr. Shyam Kalyan. N

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. I suggest to avoid allergen. And takeImmunotherapy (allergy vaccines) and medicines. I suggest taking the medicines which you have taken already: a steroid or antihistaminic nasal spray (Fluticasone is steroidal...  Read Full »

I have an allergic reaction after taking allergy shots.

Query: Hi doctor, I have tried allergy shots twice over the last two years and had to quit due to adverse effects both times. The first time in six months of shots, it had no noticeable impact. The second time I quit it in eight months. The second time I reached the maintenance dose for five injections. My...  Read Full »


Dr. Amol Kumar Wasudeorao Diwan

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and details of the allergy shots. From the allergen report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) it is very clear that you have a significant allergy to trees, grass, pollens, and dust mites. First of all, I would lik...  Read Full »

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