What does "Allergies/Immune" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
"Allergies/Immune" refers to the body's defense system against harmful substances like bacteria and viruses. Allergies occur when this system mistakenly identifies harmless substances, like pollen or certain foods, as threats and reacts to them. The immune part refers to the overall system that fights off diseases and infections. So, "Allergies/Immune" generally relates to how our body protects us from illness and how it can sometimes overreact causing allergies.
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