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Allergy & Immunology

Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots)

过敏免疫治疗

Duration

3-5 years for full course

Recovery

Improvement noted within 3-6 months; full benefit at 1-2 years

$

Savings

~78% vs US

Price Comparison
China$300 - $1,500
$900
United States$2,000 - $6,000
$4,000
Save approximately 78%

Average savings compared to US prices

About This Treatment

Subcutaneous allergen immunotherapy (allergy shots) for allergic rhinitis, asthma, and insect venom allergy using standardized allergen extracts. Chinese allergy centers offer comprehensive skin prick testing and customized immunotherapy protocols at a fraction of Western costs. Programs include both conventional and cluster/rush schedules for faster desensitization.

Procedure Steps
1

Allergy Testing

Comprehensive skin prick testing and specific IgE measurements to identify allergen sensitizations

Duration: 1 day
2

Treatment Planning

Custom allergen extract formulation based on sensitization profile and clinical relevance

Duration: 1-2 weeks
3

Build-up Phase

Gradually increasing allergen doses administered weekly or in cluster schedule until maintenance dose reached

Duration: 3-6 months
4

Maintenance Phase

Monthly injections at maintenance dose with regular efficacy and safety assessments

Duration: 3-5 years
Benefits
  • Only treatment that modifies the underlying allergic disease
  • Prevents new sensitizations and asthma development
  • Long-lasting benefit even after discontinuation
  • Significantly lower cost than Western allergy clinics
Considerations
  • Local injection site reactions (swelling, redness)
  • Systemic allergic reactions including rare anaphylaxis
  • Requires commitment to lengthy treatment course
  • Incomplete response in some patients

Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.