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Allergen Immunotherapy
After allergy testing confirms specific allergens, immunotherapy may be recommended as a treatment option. Immunotherapy, also known as allergy shots or allergy immunotherapy, involves exposing the individual to gradually increasing doses of the allergen over time. This exposure helps the immune system build up a tolerance to the allergen, reducing the severity of allergic reactions.
It can be in the form of Injections (SCIT) or Oral Drops (SLIT).
Here’s how immunotherapy typically works:
Allergen Selection: Based on the results of allergy testing, the allergist selects the specific allergens to include in the immunotherapy treatment.
Customized Treatment Plan: A personalized treatment plan is developed, outlining the schedule for receiving allergy shots. Initially, shots are administered with very low doses of the allergen, with the concentration gradually increasing over time.
Regular Administration: SCIT Allergy shots are typically given on a regular schedule, initially with more frequent visits to the allergist’s office for injections, followed by maintenance doses at longer intervals once the effective dose is reached. For SLIT Doctors chamber’s visit is not required, it can be administered by self.
Monitoring and Adjustment: Throughout the course of immunotherapy, the individual’s response to the treatment is closely monitored. The allergist may adjust the dose or frequency of injections based on the person’s progress and any adverse reactions.
Long-Term Maintenance: Immunotherapy is often continued for several years to achieve long-lasting results. Some individuals may experience significant improvement in allergy symptoms and may persists life long.
Immunotherapy can be highly effective in reducing allergy symptoms and improving quality of life for individuals with allergic rhinitis (hay fever), allergic asthma, and other allergic conditions.
