Allergy Immunotherapy Shared Decisions

Allergy immunotherapy is a treatment that can help people with allergies to stop experiencing symptoms. It can also reduce the severity of allergy symptoms for those who still suffer from them. In this video we will cover the cost and side effects of allergy immunotherapy, the benefits of allergy immunotherapy, and why consulting with your doctor is extremely important. Allergy Immunotherapy or AIT is a really effective form of treatment, if you are experiencing symptoms of allergies, contact your doctor to see if the therapy might be right for you. This video will provide you with some basic knowledge of AIT so that you can go into your consultation well informed.

If you’re interested in learning more about Allergy Immunotherapy Treatment watch these other videos that go more in depth into allergy tablets (SLIT-t) and allergy shots (SCIT) or read our article that will help you decide which option might be best for you.

Understanding Allergy Immunotherapy Treatment

0:00 Intro
0:12 Why Consult With Your Doctor
0:29 What Are The Benefits?
1:02 Allergy Immunotherapy Treatment Options
1:55 Side Effects of Allergy Immunotherapy
2:32 How Much Does Allergy Immunotherapy Cost?
3:13 Thanks -258

Allergy Immunotherapy or AIT is a form of treatment that helps build a patient’s tolerance to allergens in order to reduce or eliminate their allergy symptoms. It comes in two forms: Allergy shots and Allergy tablets. It does take some time, however in as quick as 1 year you will see noticeable improvements in your symptoms. Although some people need continuous shots to keep their symptoms under control, it’s possible that after only a few years you will no longer be experiencing allergy symptoms. -503

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