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In rapid allergen desensitization, multiple allergy injections are administered over a day to build up your allergy tolerance more quickly. After the one-day cluster procedure, you will receive injections once weekly until you reach a maintenance dose. Most patients achieve their maintenance dose in a few months, unlike conventional immunotherapy, which requires 4–7 months of weekly injections to reach the maintenance dose. Desensitization for your allergy alleviation is your best option for long-term relief.


Most people notice more significant benefits in decreased symptoms after receiving higher allergy injections. Therefore, the advantage of rapid seasonal allergies desensitization is that it reduces the number of weekly injections and to begin feeling better more quickly.

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Allergy Injections: Essential Pre-Appointment Information

Rapid desensitization is an innovative technique that enhances the effectiveness of allergen-specific immunotherapy, providing long-term relief for allergies. By clustering multiple allergens together, this cutting-edge approach has the potential to revolutionize allergy treatment, offering a promising solution for improved quality of life. Before embarking on this potentially life-changing journey, it's crucial to gather essential pre-appointment information to ensure a smooth and successful experience. 


To help you prepare for your seasonal allergy desensitization treatment, we will provide you with important information about rapid desensitization. With this knowledge, you'll approach your treatment with confidence and take proactive steps toward finding relief and improving your overall health.

  • Are there any contraindications to Rapid Desensitization?

    It is essential to reschedule the procedure if your asthma is not well-controlled. Moreover, if you are currently taking beta-blocker medications, which are commonly used in some blood pressure medications, or using eye drops for glaucoma, do not undergo rapid desensitization. Before scheduling the procedure, the doctor will thoroughly review your medical history and all medications.

  • Are there any risks to Rapid Resensitization?

    With the recommended premedication, the risk of experiencing an allergic reaction is less. However, this risk is still higher than conventional immunotherapy. For this reason, your doctor monitors you for signs of a reaction throughout your procedure. Side effects from the premedication drugs are infrequent. However, prednisone may cause increased appetite, fluid retention, and mood changes. Reactions to the immunotherapy itself include both local and generalized reactions.


    Rarely, more severe reactions can occur, which lead to shock, severe shortness of breath, and even death. Because of these risks, we recommend that you remain in our office throughout the required observation period so that we may treat any allergic reactions promptly to minimize these risks.

  • Is the Rapid Desensitization procedure optional?

    You should confirm your benefits with your insurance company before beginning immunotherapy. The decision to choose cluster vs. conventional immunotherapy is voluntary. If you decide you do not wish to proceed with the rapid desensitization, you may continue to receive immunotherapy on an established schedule. We offer both traditional and cluster procedures in this office.

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