allergy

Alerji

A damaging immune response by the body to a substance to which it has become hypersensitive.

• She has an allergy to peanuts.
• His allergy gets worse in spring.
• Do you have any food allergies?
• The prevalence of latex allergy among healthcare workers has prompted many hospitals to transition to alternative glove materials in surgical settings.
• Researchers are investigating whether early exposure to potential allergens might actually reduce the likelihood of developing a severe allergy later in life.
• The university cafeteria now labels all menu items with potential allergen information to accommodate students with a documented food allergy.

Eş anlamlılar: hypersensitivity, sensitivity

Zıt anlamlılar: immunity, tolerance