hypersensitivity (Meaning)

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hypersensitivity (n)

pathological sensitivity

extreme sensitivity

The patient exhibited hypersensitivity to certain antibiotics, resulting in an allergic reaction.
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is caused by hypersensitivity to allergens in the environment.
Drug hypersensitivity reactions can range from mild skin rashes to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis.
Some individuals develop hypersensitivity to foods, such as peanuts or shellfish, which can cause severe symptoms.
Contact dermatitis is a type of hypersensitivity reaction that occurs when the skin comes into direct contact with an irritating substance.
A hypersensitivity pneumonitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the lungs caused by an allergic reaction to inhaled substances.
Hypersensitivity type I reactions, also known as immediate hypersensitivity, involve the release of histamine and other inflammatory mediators.
The skin prick test is a common method used to diagnose hypersensitivity to specific allergens.
Patients with hypersensitivity reactions often require medical treatment to alleviate symptoms and prevent complications.
Hypersensitivity reactions can be managed through avoidance of triggering substances, medication, and in severe cases, immunotherapy.

pathological sensitivity, extreme sensitivity

supersensitivity, sensitiveness, hypersensitiveness, sensitivity, oversensitivity, accuracy, perceptiveness, perceptivity, acuity,hyperacuity

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The patient exhibited hypersensitivity to certain antibiotics, resulting in an allergic reaction.

Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is caused by hypersensitivity to allergens in the environment.

Drug hypersensitivity reactions can range from mild skin rashes to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis.

Some individuals develop hypersensitivity to foods, such as peanuts or shellfish, which can cause severe symptoms.