Definition

A type of medical treatment that helps the body's immune system fight diseases, especially cancer, by boosting or changing its response.

Example

Doctors are increasingly using immunotherapy to treat various types of cancer.

Conversation

Have you heard about immunotherapy for treating allergies?

Yeah, I read that it can really help people with severe reactions.

I think it's amazing how it can boost your immune system.

Absolutely! It's a game changer for many patients.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immunotherapy → It is formed from "immunis" (from Latin, meaning exempt or free from) and "therapia" (from Greek, meaning treatment). The word "immunotherapy" refers to a treatment that helps the immune system to fight diseases, particularly cancer.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'exempt' ('immunis') from disease and receiving 'treatment' ('therapia') to help your body fight back.

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