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a. What is an ‘allergic reaction’? b. Name any two drugs used to quickly reduce the symptoms of allergy. c. Why do more and more children in metro cities of India suffer from allergies and asthma? |
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Answer» a. The exaggerated response of the immune system to certain antigens present in the environment is called allergic reaction. b. Anti-histamine, adrenaline, steroids. [Any two] c. In metro cities, due to deteriorating air quality the sensitivity to the environment and allergens have increased in children. This has resulted in lowering of immunity due to modern day lifestyle. |
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