Medical Term:

desensitization

Pronunciation: dē-sen′si-ti-zā′shŭn

Definition:

  1. The reduction or abolition of allergic sensitivity or reactions to the specific antigen (allergen).
  2. The act of removing an emotional complex.

Synonym(s): antianaphylaxis

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Examples: glitazone, GI cocktail, etc.

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