Allergeenikohtainen

Allergeenikohtainen translates from Finnish to English as "allergen-specific" or "specific to allergens." This term is often used in the context of medical treatments, particularly immunotherapy, and diagnostic testing for allergies. When referring to allergen-specific immunotherapy, it means that the treatment is designed to desensitize a patient to one or more particular allergens that are causing their allergic reactions. Instead of a general allergy medication, the patient receives small, gradually increasing doses of the specific substance they are allergic to.

Similarly, allergen-specific diagnosis involves identifying the precise substances that trigger an allergic response in an individual. This can be done through various tests, such as skin prick tests or blood tests (IgE tests), which measure the body's reaction to specific known allergens like pollen, dust mites, certain foods, or insect venom. The goal is to pinpoint the exact cause of the allergy to enable targeted management and treatment strategies. The principle behind allergen-specific approaches is to move away from general symptom management towards addressing the root cause of the individual's allergic condition. This personalized approach aims to improve treatment efficacy and reduce the overall burden of allergic diseases.