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Hypnosis and the allergic response

J Wyler-Harper1, A J Bircher, W Langewitz

  • 1Dermatologische Universitätsklinik, Kantonsspital Basel.

Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift. Supplementum
|January 1, 1994
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Hypnosis may help manage allergies and asthma by influencing the immune system. Research suggests it can alter allergic skin test reactions and reduce bronchial hyperreactivity, potentially impacting the neurovascular response.

Area of Science:

  • Psychoneuroimmunology
  • Allergy and Immunology
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Background:

  • Growing understanding of the immune system and immune disorders.
  • Research exploring the mind-body connection, including the central nervous system, psyche, and immune system.
  • Investigating the impact of mood on disease processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review evidence on hypnosis's effects on allergic reactions.
  • To examine hypnosis in respiratory allergies, hayfever, bronchial hyperreactivity, and asthma.
  • To explore hypnosis as a potential intervention for immune-related conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing studies on hypnosis and allergic responses.
  • Analysis of research on hypnosis for respiratory allergies and asthma.

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  • Examination of variations in hypnotic interventions, subject training, and allergen application.

    • Main Results:

    • Many studies indicate a link between hypnosis and altered responses to allergic stimuli.
    • Evidence suggests hypnosis can lead to lessened bronchial hyperreactivity.
    • Some studies show a changed response in allergic skin tests with hypnosis.

    Conclusions:

    • Hypnosis shows potential in managing allergic conditions and asthma.
    • The effectiveness of hypnosis may involve influencing the neurovascular component of allergic responses.
    • Further research is needed to clarify the mechanisms behind hypnosis's effects on the immune system.