noun
- Plural of atopy; a genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases such as asthma, eczema, and hay fever.
Usage: medical/scientific term; usually used in plural or as a mass noun
Examples
- The study examined the prevalence of atopies in children from different geographic regions.
- Patients with a family history of atopies are more likely to develop allergic reactions.
- Environmental factors can trigger atopies in genetically predisposed individuals.
- The dermatologist noted that atopies often run in families.
- Treatment options for atopies vary depending on the specific allergic condition.