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  • Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

    12:00 AM | November 30, -0001Author: Adeleke

    prolonged allergic response with chronic and itching skin rash with associated skin eruptions and fluid discharge. frequently presents in families with a history of asthma and allergic rhinitis, and is often associated with high IgE ... Continue reading →

  • Anaphylaxis

    12:00 AM | November 30, -0001Author: Adeleke

    (shock) caused by vascular dilatation; airway obstruction due to laryngeal edema. starts with itching (oral, or hives), then constriction of bronchioles and respiratory distress, followed by vomiting, diarrhea, cramps, laryngeal obstruction, and death.Continue reading →

  • Desensitization

    12:00 AM | November 30, -0001Author: Adeleke

    repeated administration of small doses of allergens. Idea is to change the T cell response away from TH2 dominant ANERGY. skews the response towards IgG or from the humoral to cellular one.Continue reading →