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hyposensitization Med.|ˌhaɪpəʊsɛnsɪtaɪˈzeɪʃən|
[f. hypo- 4 + sensitization, after hypersensitization.]
The process of diminishing the sensitivity of a hypersensitive individual (as by the introduction of the allergen in a series of gradually increasing doses); a state of diminished sensitivity so produced.
1922R. A. Cooke in Jrnl. Immunol. VII. 241 On account of the confusion that must result from the use of the well defined term ‘desensitization’ to designate clinically lessened sensitiveness in allergy it is suggested that the latter be referred to as a ‘hyposensitization’. 1941J. W. Thomas Allergy in Clin. Pract. i. 11 When complete avoidance is impossible or impractical, hyposensitization with inhalants..should be considered. 1953F. K. Hansel Clin. Allergy xxxix. 750 The terms desensitization and hyposensitization are used interchangeably to designate a lessening of sensitization or an increase of tolerance. 1971O. Swineford Asthma ix. 148 Treatment of allergic asthma by injecting extracts of allergens is called hyposensitization.
Hence hypoˈsensitize v. trans., to subject (an individual) to such a process; also absol.; hypoˈsensitized ppl. a.
1931W. T. Vaughan Allergy & Appl. Immunol. xx. 249 If contact with the allergen then produces no symptoms, he is..desensitized. If his symptoms are improved but not entirely relieved, he is hyposensitized. 1939― Primer of Allergy vii. 67 We can hyposensitize with practically any of the allergens which are inhaled (except chemicals). 1944E. Urbach Allergy x. 249 Coca has succeeded in hyposensitizing a patient with turpentine allergy..by injecting turpentine dissolved in sterile almond oil every seven days. 1971O. Swineford Asthma ix. 148 How does one hyposensitize a patient? |