Does a larger reaction mean a more severe allergy?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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No. Wheal size helps identify sensitisation but does not predict the severity of a future allergic reaction.

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grass pollen allergen extract · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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No. Wheal size helps identify sensitisation but does not predict the severity of a future allergic reaction.

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