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In addition to dead skin and allergens, bacteria and fungus is also a concern.—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2025 And since the first line of treatment is to eliminate the allergen, Laura had a problem.—Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025 Earth-friendly materials like cotton typically promote airflow to keep hot sleepers comfortable and are ideal for those who are sensitive to certain allergens.—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2025 The issues include contamination risks, undeclared allergens, and potential bacterial exposure—all of which can pose health concerns.—Jenna Anderson, Health, 16 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for allergen
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Etymology
borrowed from German Allergen,, blend of allerg- (in Allergieallergy) and -gen (in Antigenantigen)
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