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Allergy Glossary

Written by - Dr. Trupti Shirole, BAMS, CGO

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Last Updated on Nov 04, 2016

Glossary

Allergen: A substance that induces allergy.

Decongestants: An agent that relieves congestion (as of mucous membranes) in Ear, Nose

Published on Sep 24, 2014
Last Updated on Nov 04, 2016

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