desensitization therapy

desensitization therapy

Allergy desensitization, immunotherapy Immunology Stimulation of the immune system with gradual ↑ doses of the substances to which a person is allergic–to modify or stop allergic responses, ↓ IgE and its effect on the mast cells; DT is used for allergies to pollen, mites, cats, stinging insects–eg, bees, hornets, yellowjackets, wasps, velvet ants, fire ants