Concept explainers
To write:
The type of reaction that causes hypersensitivity to environmental stimuli such as bee sting.
Introduction:
Allergic diseases are usually characterized by an allergic response that occurs within fifteen minutes of exposure to a specific antigen. The responses can be early or late phases.
Explanation of Solution
Various autoimmune disorders as well as allergies fall under the hypersensitivity reactions. The only difference is that allergies are immune reactions to exogenous substances (antigens or allergens). Some of the common diseases that are considered as autoimmune include celiac disease, diabetes mellitus, Graves' disease, inflammatory bowel disease, etc. Allergic diseases are usually characterized by an allergic response that occurs within fifteen minutes of exposure to a specific antigen. The responses can be early or late phases.
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