Anaphylaxis
What is anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis, also called anaphylactic shock, is a severe and sometimes life-threatening reaction to an allergen (the items that your child is allergic to are called allergens).
Anaphylaxis: Anaphylaxis-Like Reactions
When exposed to a foreign substance, some people suffer reactions identical to anaphylaxis, but no allergy (IgE antibody) is involved.
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Anaphylaxis is a dramatic, acute atopic reaction marked by the sudden onset of rapidly progressive urticaria and respiratory distress. A severe reaction may initiate vascular collapse, leading to systemic shock and, possibly, death.
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What is Anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis is a sudden, severe allergic reaction to a substance (called an allergen) that can be life-threatening.
What is anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis (say "anna-full-ax-iss") is a life-threatening allergic reaction. It starts soon after you are exposed to something you are severely allergic to. You may have swelling, itching or a rash.
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(n´´flk´ss), hypersensitive state that may develop after introduction of a foreign protein or other antigen into the body tissues.
Anaphylaxis is an unpredictable condition. Many people who experience it have a known allergy and some have had one or more milder allergic reactions previously.
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency that requires immediate recognition and intervention. Disposition of patients with anaphylaxis depends on the severity of the initial reaction and the response to treatment.
Anaphylaxis is often an allergic reaction to one of the following:
aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen
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Anaphylaxis should always be treated as a medical emergency. If you suspect that you, or somebody else, is experiencing anaphylaxis you should immediately dial 999 for an ambulance and tell the operator that you think anaphylaxis has occurred.
Anaphylaxis is an severe, whole-body allergic reaction. After being exposed to a substance like bee sting venom, the person's immune system becomes sensitized to that allergen. On a later exposure, an allergic reaction may occur.
Anaphylaxis requires an immediate trip to the emergency department and an injection of epinephrine. If anaphylaxis isn't treated right away, it can lead to unconsciousness or even death.
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Anaphylaxis, or anaphylactic shock, is a sudden catastrophic allergic reaction involving the whole body. Immediate medical treatment is essential - without it your heart and circulation may fail and you could die.
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Anaphylactic Reaction
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency which involves an acute systemic (affecting the entire body) allergic reaction.
Anaphylaxis is a sudden, severe, potentially fatal, systemic allergic reaction that can involve various areas of the body (such as the skin, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, and cardiovascular system).
Anaphylaxis isn't common. But some people with allergies are more at risk than others. So if you have allergies (or a friend or family member does), it's good to know about anaphylaxis and be prepared.
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Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that may occur when you come into contact with something you are allergic to (called an allergen). Symptoms of the reaction usually start within minutes to an hour or two after contact with the allergen.
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Rarely, milk allergy can cause anaphylaxis, a life-threatening reaction that can constrict the airways and block breathing.
Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction, which can cause shock, low blood pressure, and occasionally death.
Anaphylaxis: Severe sensitivity or reaction to something you might be allergic to, such as a bee sting; foods, including peas, peanuts or tree nuts; or a drug. Symptoms can include a rash, swelling, difficulty breathing and convulsions.
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Very rarely, urticaria can develop into a more serious type of reaction called anaphylaxis. This is most common when urticaria is caused by an allergic reaction.
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There is a very small risk of a serious allergic reaction to any vaccine.
anaphylaxis A rare but potentially fatal condition in which several different parts of the body experience food-allergic reactions simultaneously, causing hives, swelling of the throat and difficulty breathing.
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Epinephrine, establishment of airway, I.V. volume expanders, steroids, diphenhydramine, CPR if cardiac arrest occurs
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Portier and Richet first coined the term anaphylaxis in 1902 when a second vaccinating dose of sea anemone toxin caused a dog's death.
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Anaphylaxis is a severe, sometimes life-threatening, allergic reaction that occurs within minutes of exposure an allergy-causing substance (allergen). Anaphylaxis also is called anaphylactic shock.
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Anaphylaxis is an acute systemic (whole body) type of allergic reaction which occurs when a person has become sensitized to a certain substance or allergen and is again exposed to the allergen.
Anaphylaxis is a severe, sometimes life-threatening, allergic reaction.
Causes
Substances that cause anaphylaxis are often called allergens or triggers. Common triggers include: ...
anaphylaxis (Also called anaphylactic shock.) - a sudden, severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction caused by food allergy, insect stings or medications.
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Allergic reactions are sensitivities to substances, called allergens, that are contacted through the skin, inhaled into the lungs, swallowed, or injected.
Anaphylaxis-a dangerous allergic reaction to the solutions used in plasma replacement, which usually starts with itching, wheezing, or a rash.
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Anaphylaxis can be a life-threatening reaction that causes:
Skin rash, hives, itching, swelling in areas away from the sting site
Swelling of lips, tongue, face, throat, and eyelids
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Anaphylaxis is a sudden and severe allergic reaction that occurs within minutes of exposure. Immediate medical attention is needed for this condition. It can get worse very fast and lead to death within 15 minutes if treatment is not received.
Anaphylaxis is the main complication of liver spots.
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There is no need of medical treatment. Cosmetic appearance may be beneficial by the use of skin bleaching creams or lotions.
Anaphylaxis, or severe allergic reaction (see below)
Hives (a less common type of rash)
Itching of the skin or eyes (common)
Skin rash (common)
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Anaphylaxis can be deadly. If you have (or see someone having) any of these symptoms, call 911 right away.
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Anaphylaxis, also called anaphylactic shock, is a severe and sometimes life-threatening reaction to an allergen (the items that you are allergic to are called allergens). It is a medical emergency, in most cases.
Anaphylaxis is the term for any combination of allergic symptoms that is rapid, or sudden, and potentially life threatening. Call an ambulance immediately if you suspect anaphylaxis.
Anaphylaxis, angioedema, secondary infection, inflammation of blood vessels (vasculitis), and involvement of other organs may complicate allergic dermatitis.
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Exercise anaphylaxis. This is a rare condition in which the combination of exercise and allergy to a particular food eaten immediately beforehand causes collapse and difficulty breathing (similar to the severe allergic reaction to peanuts experienced ...
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Anaphylaxis a rapidly developing and severe systemic allergic reaction. Symptoms may include swelling of the tongue, throat, and trachea, which can result in difficulty breathing, shock and loss of consciousness.
If a teen ever had a serious allergic reaction, such as anaphylaxis, when he/she got a vaccine.
If a teen ever had prolonged seizures or another neurologic condition after receiving a pertussis-containing vaccine.
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