Definition: Immunotherapy is a series of allergy shots given to gradually get your body "used to" an allergen or asthma trigger, so that you can build up a tolerance to it.
In a more general sense, immunotherapy is any medication or treatment that alters the immune system, such as vaccines.
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From Kathleen MacNaughton, R.N., former About.com Guide
Updated: July 31, 2008
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