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प्रश्न
During a field trip, one of your friend in the group suddenly became unwell, she started sneezing and had trouble in breathing. Name and explain the term associated with such sudden responses. What would the doctor recommend for relief?
उत्तर
- Allergy, the exaggerated response of the immune system to certain antigens present in the environment is called allergy.
- Doctors would administer drugs like anti-histamines, adrenaline and steroids to reduce the symptoms.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Match the items given under column I with those given under column II.
| Column A | Column B | ||
| 1 | Dust allergy | a. | Nuts |
| 2 | food allergy | b. | Pollen |
| 3 | Seasonal allergy | c. | Asthma |
Define the term “allergy”.
Write short (1-2 sentences) note on the following:
Allergy
Asthma may be attributed to:
For a person who has an allergy, the type of antibody produced in his body is ______.
Inflammatory responses in allergy are caused by the release of one of the following by mast cells:
The antigen-binding site in an antibody is found between ______
A person shows strong unusual hypersensitive reactions when exposed to certain substances present in the air. Identify the condition. Name the cells responsible for such reactions. What precaution should be taken to avoid such reactions.
Many people experience allergic symptoms of sneezing or wheezing on exposure to certain substances in the environment. Give two examples of such substances. Which type of antibodies are produced by the body in response to these substances? Mention the role of mast cells in this kind of allergic response.
A boy developed some allergic reactions when he straight entered into his air conditioned room after a game of football outside his house. Write any two symptoms that could be noticed in such condition. How does our body combat such conditions?
