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Allergen immunotherapy
Link to WHO Definition
Allergen immunotherapy – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/744313508
Allergen immunotherapy (AIT) is the stimulation of the immune system with the administration of gradually increasing doses of the substance/allergen to which the patient is allergic. AIT is indicated in the treatment of many allergic conditions, such as allergic rhinitis, allergic asthma, allergic conjunctivitis, IgE-mediated food allergies among others.