Which of the following is NOT considered a hypersensitivity reaction?
A) a rash caused by poison ivy
B) immune system attack on the thyroid gland
C) itchy eyes and a runny nose in a dusty environment
D) dermatitis at the site of a metal watchband
E) breaking into hives after eating strawberries

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Immune system attack on the thyroid gland is not a hypersensitivity reaction, rather it is an autoimmune disease. The other options all involve an exaggerated immune response to non-threatening substances or environmental factors.

Which of the Following Is NOT Considered a Hypersensitivity Reaction