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Definition of Atopy

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Updated February 16, 2011

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Definition:

Atopy, coming form the Greek atopos, meaning out of place, refers to one's predisposition to develop allergic diseases such as:

With atopy, exposure to certain antigen or triggers may lead to asthma symptoms such as:

Examples of antigens or triggers include:

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