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The hypersensitivity is the body’s defense mechanism to an allergen, autoimmunity, and venom. The allergen can be of pollen, mold, and chemicals. The poison ivy and bee-stung inject the venom into the body. There are totally five types of hypersensitivity depending upon the state of the allergen.

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