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Table of Contents
Definition
Description
Causes and symptoms
Diagnosis
Skin tests
Allergen-Specific IgE Measurement
Total Serum IgE
Provocation tests
Future diagnostic methods
Treatment
Antihistamines
Decongestants
Topical corticosteroids
Bronchodilators or metered-dose inhalers (MDI)
Anticholinergics
Nonsteroidal drugs
Immunotherapy
Treatment of contact dermatitis
Treatment of anaphylaxis
Alternative treatment
Prognosis
Prevention
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As a Disease/Condition
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As a Cause
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As a Risk Factor
Blepharitis
Common Cold
Labyrinthitis
Laryngitis
Nosebleed
Sinusitis
Sore Throat
Stomatitis
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