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Are Allergy Shots For You?

By , About.com GuideFebruary 17, 2009

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Allergy shots, or immunotherapy, are the only treatment which offers a long-term benefit for allergy symptoms. This therapy changes the way a person's immune system deals with allergens in a beneficial way, becoming less reactive to them over time. While allergy shots are generally safe, one should consider the risks and benefits of this therapy prior to taking them. If you're tired of taking medications or medications don't work for you, allergy shots may be just what the doctor ordered.

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