Desensitization Therapy

Desensitization treatments have significant improvements in the following allergic conditions:

• Allergic Rhinitis

• Allergic Asthma

• Allergy Conjunctivitis (eye sensitivity)

Desensitization treatment have improvements in the following allergic conditions:

• Allergic Dermatitis

More and more researches indicate that early desensitization treatment can reduce the chance of asthma in children. Desensitization treatment is also effective for patient with eczema and recurrent otitis media. Some children with atopic dermatitis who did not receive treatment may lead to allergic asthma in the future.

There is a specific concentration of allergens in sublingual immune therapy which helps patients to gradually establish immunity. After a period of immunotherapy, patients’ allergic reaction will be greatly reduced. In other countries, especially in Europe, sublingual immunotherapy is becoming more common. More than 50 placebo controlled clinical studies have been published in medial journals.

The sublingual immunotherapy only require an intake of desensitization solution once a day. Patients can take the medication at home without visiting their physicians.

In Hong Kong, there are currently three types of sublingual immunotherapy specifically target against patients who are sensitive to Dust Mites, Cats & Dogs dander. Other allergen desensitization may require needle desensitization.

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