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Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy: Life Saver for Allergy sufferers
At Breath Easy Advanced Chest Care Centre, we acknowledge how allergies can be a burden to anyone’s lifestyle. This is why we provide allergological diagnostics, Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy according to the patient’s individual characteristics.
Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy
Allergy Testing
Diagnostic allergy testing aids in establishing the particular allergens that spur allergic reactions in a person. To diagnose allergies we use modern approaches including skin prick tests, blood tests, and patch tests among others.
Types of Allergy Testing
- Skin Prick Test: To observe skin reaction, a minute amount of allergen is sufficient that can be taken by pricking the skin with the help of a needle.
- Blood Test (RAST Test): A blood test that shows how much of it is present in the body related to specific allergens that cause the antibody to be elevated.
- Patch Test: Diagnoses chronic allergies by putting the skin with extracted samples of the potential allergens via patches that may take a while to cause a reaction.
What Are Allergy Shots?
Specifically, immunotherapy or allergy shots aim at gradually reducing the dosage of the allergen in the human body as allergy symptoms remedial action in the years to come.
Know about the Process of Immunotherapy
Initial Phase: The allergens are administered to the body of the patients in the form of injections and this is usually done in small amounts and then the amount is gradually built up.
Maintenance Phase: Once a certain amount is reached for patients, they are administered booster injections for further immune system cross-desensitization.
Allergy Measured and Pricing of Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy
Immunotherapy prices in India can vary depending on various factors such as the location of the hospital or clinic, the doctor’s expertise, and reputation, as well as the stage and severity of the disease.
Like other treatments, allergy immunotherapy has its cost aspect, the cost of shift and the kind of allergens to be treated in the patient. The expense in basic can range between INR 10000 to INR 30000 for an annum for a child.
Success Rate
Allergy immunotherapy has shown substantial success in decreasing the signs of allergies and enhancing life quality. Research reveals around 80% of symptom relief is achieved as well as hindering progression.
Allergy Testing and Immunotherapy
Side Effects
Interestingly, immunotherapy is usually safe, but it may exhibit slight reactions like inflammation and redness at the site of administration. Occasionally, side effects in the form of severe allergies have been reported, so it is recommended to consult a doctor during the use of the product.
There are different types of allergy injections.
- Subcutaneous Immunotherapy (SCIT): It involves giving a shot below the skin.
- Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT): These are tablets or drops placed under the tongue.
- Allergens refer to substances that cause an allergic reaction in an organism.
- Cluster Immunotherapy: Several allergens are administered together during one injection.
Protracted Aftereffects
Allergy shots lifelong advantages involve lasting relief from symptoms, less need for medicine, and the blocking of asthma among those who are allergic.
Conclusion
Our Health Centre’s specialist, Dr. Vinit Niranjane, is skilled in diagnosing and treating allergies. You can rely on him to give you the best care that matches your needs precisely because of his vast knowledge in this area. In order to make our patients more powerful against allergies, we offer them personalized tests for the same as well as immunotherapy services. Get in touch with us now so that you can book an appointment today and start dealing with your allergies effectively.