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- noun medicine A
hereditary disorder marked by thetendency to develop localized immediate hypersensitivityreactions to allergens such aspollen ,food etc and ismanifested byhay fever ,asthma , or similarallergic conditions; generally considered to be caused by theinteraction ofenvironmental andgenetic factors . - noun A person suffering from atopic syndrome; a
case of atopy.
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- noun an allergic reaction that becomes apparent in a sensitized person only minutes after contact
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Examples
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An immune reaction involving immunoglobulin E IgE antibodies is called atopy.
Baby Bites Bridget Swinney 2007
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An immune reaction involving immunoglobulin E IgE antibodies is called atopy.
Baby Bites Bridget Swinney 2007
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This condition, known as atopy, can be a seasonal problem that recurs year after year, although some dogs suffer all year long.
Latest News 2010
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This condition, known as atopy, can be a seasonal problem that recurs year after year, although some dogs suffer all year long.
Latest News 2010
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"semi-sterile" environments may develop hyperactive immune systems, a condition referred to as atopy, and increased levels of IgE antibodies directed against common but otherwise nontoxic allergens in the surrounding environment.
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It is evident that inadequate study design and/or a paucity of data currently limit the ability to draw firm conclusions about certain aspects of atopy prevention through dietary interventions.
No Evidence That Avoiding Foods While Breastfeeding Prevents Allergies Steve Carper 2008
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Birth by cesarean section, allergic rhinitis, and allergic sensitization among children with a parental history of atopy.
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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Caesarean delivery and risk of atopy and allergic disease: Meta-analyses.
The Official Lamaze® Guide Judith Lothian RN 2010
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To date, the use of amino acid – based formulas for atopy prevention has not been studied.
No Evidence That Avoiding Foods While Breastfeeding Prevents Allergies Steve Carper 2008
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Rather, more studies would be needed to clarify whether there is a positive or negative effect on atopy outcomes.
No Evidence That Avoiding Foods While Breastfeeding Prevents Allergies Steve Carper 2008
sonofgroucho commented on the word atopy
Atopic illnesses include asthma, hay fever, urticaria, and atopic eczema.
October 7, 2007