Ülitundlikkused
Ülitundlikkused, known in English as hypersensitivities, refer to an overactive or exaggerated immune response to substances that are normally harmless to most people. These reactions are a type of allergy. The immune system mistakenly identifies a common substance, such as pollen, certain foods, or animal dander, as a threat and triggers a defense mechanism. This defense mechanism can manifest in a variety of symptoms, ranging from mild discomfort to severe, life-threatening conditions like anaphylaxis.
There are several types of hypersensitivity reactions, broadly categorized by the underlying immunological mechanism. Type I
Diagnosing hypersensitivities typically involves a combination of patient history, physical examination, and specific tests such as