Chapter 14

4. chronic localized allergy such as hay fever or asthma
5. antigens that induce allergy in sensitive individuals
6. controlled exposure to the antigen through ingestion, sublingual absorption, or injection to reset the allergic reaction
8. involve dysfunction in both lymphocyte systems – B and T cells
11. exaggerated immune response that is manifested by inflammation
12. allergies triggered by drugs, vaccines, or bee venom
13. systemic, sometimes fatal, reaction that involves airway obstruction and circulatory collapse
14. the immune system is incompletely developed, suppressed, or destroyed
15. airborne environmental allergens such as pollen, house dust, dander, or fungal spores
16. is the study of disease states associated with the overreactivity or underreactivity of the immune response

1. causes progressive, debilitating damage to the joints and at times to the lungs, eyes, skin, and nervous system
2. allergies that enter through the skin
3. tissues are attacked by immune components that can’t distinguish one’s own tissues from foreign material
7. all patients develop autoantibodies against organs, tissues, or intracellular materials
9. allergens that cause food allergies
10. clicking, bubbling, or rattling sounds in the lungs