What Will the Shots Do For Me?

Immunotherapy, if properly managed, can significantly reduce allergy symptoms. In some people, it greatly reduces the need for allergy medication.

• These effects become noticeable 6-12 months after starting the therapy.



• Most people notice continued gradual improvement over the next 2-4 years.



• By years 3-5, most people are desensitized to their allergen or allergens. Many can stop immunotherapy at that point.

• Make a commitment to follow your allergist's recommendations to the letter.



• Follow through with the entire course of treatment recommended. If you stop half way through, the treatment will not work.



• Continue to avoid the allergens as much as possible. Just because you complete a course of immunotherapy for your allergy to pet dander doesn't mean you can now go out and get a cat. Immunotherapy is much less likely to work if you do not continue to avoid your allergens.