What are allergy shots (immunotherapy)?
What are allergy shots (immunotherapy)?
An allergy shot, or immunotherapy, is a vaccine that causes a state of tolerance and reduces allergy symptoms until they dissipate and go away. Watch allergist Clifford Bassett, MD, discuss the long-term health benefits of immunotherapy.
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