Question

Name the following:
1. An increased sensitivity to an allergen causing dilation of blood vessels.
2. Inflammation of the skin caused by exposure to an allergen.
3. The common form of dermatitis which causes inflammation of the skin.
4. A substance that causes an allergic reaction.
5. An allergic reaction to pollen from ragweed, grasses and other plants.​

Answer 1

The correct answers are -

1. An increased sensitivity to an allergen causing dilation of blood vessels is known as Anaphylaxis

2. Inflammation of the skin caused by exposure to an allergen is known as  dermatitis.

3. The common form of dermatitis which causes inflammation of the skin is known as Eczema.

4. A substance that causes an allergic reaction is known as an allergen.

5. An allergic reaction to pollen from ragweed, grasses and other plants is known as pollen allergy.

Answer 2

Explanation:

1 anaphylaxis

2 dermatitis

3 Eczema

4 allergen

5 Pollen allergy