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Anaphylaxis
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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.
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Anaphylaxis: First aid
A severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) can produce shock and life-threatening respiratory distress.
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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). It is a medical emergency, in most cases.
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Anaphylaxis
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Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening type of allergic reaction.
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Anaphylaxis
Anaphylactic Reaction
Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency which involves an acute systemic (affecting the entire body) allergic reaction.
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Anaphylaxis can also be brought on by fish, shellfish, eggs and dairy products. Even eating a tiny amount of a particular food can cause anaphylaxis.
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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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Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction. Those who experience it must take immediate steps to relieve their symptoms. Learn the basics about anaphylaxis and what to do when a severe allergic reaction strikes.
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Anaphylaxis is an acute systemic (whole body) type of allergic reaction.
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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 a severe allergic reaction that occurs rapidly and causes a life-threatening response involving the whole body. Because the reaction is really an overreaction, this is sometimes called a hypersensitivity response.
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AnaphylaxisAn exaggerated, life-threatening hypersensitivity reaction to a previously encountered antigen.
AntibodyAn immune system protein made to fight infection.
AntigenA foreign substance detected that provokes an immune reaction.
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Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction distinguished by the sudden onset of hives or angioedema, respiratory distress, and a drop in blood pressure.
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The most severe form of allergy, in which the person's heart and lungs are unable to keep working, and death occurs unless prompt medical attention is obtained.
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Anaphylaxis
Increased sensitivity caused by previous exposure to an allergen that can result in blood vessel dilation (swelling) and smooth muscle contraction. Anaphylaxis can result in sharp blood pressure drops and difficulty breathing.
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anaphylaxis (a severe, whole-body allergic reaction that can result in death)
abdominal pain
diarrhea
nausea
vomiting
stomach cramps
itching of the mouth, throat, eyes, skin, or any area
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passeriform; passerine; Passey, R; passiflora; passion; passional attitudes; passionist; passive; passive agglutination; passive-aggressive behaviour; passive-aggressive personality; passive-aggressive personality disorder; passive anaphylaxis; ...
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Also tell your health professional if you have asthma or have ever had a serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) from any substance, such as the venom from a bee sting.
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Anaphylactic Shock (Anaphylaxis)
Anaphylaxis
Atopic Conjunctivitis (Allergic Conjunctivitis)
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atopic Eczema (Eczema)
Chinese Restaurant Syndrome
Contact Dermatitis
CRS (Chinese Restaurant Syndrome) ...
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Reactions to latex products may be localized or systemic and range from dermatitis, conjunctivitis, rhinitis, urticaria, and angioedema to asthma and anaphylaxis. Severe latex sensitivity and its sequelae have profound and lethal implications.
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Peanut allergy: An allergic reaction to peanuts, the leading cause of anaphylaxis, the most severe and potentially life threatening allergic reaction, and the leading cause of death from food allergy in the US and other Western nations.
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"A true allergic reaction can result in anaphylaxis which, unless treated immediately, can result in death. There is, however, a difference between being truly allergic and the medicine not suiting a person due to side-effects." ...
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A person who is allergic to iodine may experience nausea, vomiting, sneezing, itching, or hives, and occasionally anaphylaxis (life-threatening allergic response). In people with kidney problems, the dye may have toxic effects on the kidneys.
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It should also be noted that some adverse reactions have been reported following psyllium usage including allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) and hypersensitivity leading to anaphylactic shock.
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In the worst cases, they may cause severe swelling in the throat and a rapid drop in blood pressure, a pattern known as anaphylaxis.
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