Anaphylaxis FAQ
Frequently asked questions on Anaphylaxis Q1. What is anaphylaxis? A. Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. The term anaphylaxis was first proposed by physiologist Charles Robert Richet and Paul…
How to prevent anaphylaxis
Avoidance of the offending substance is important for prevention Anaphylaxis Prevention? Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. Prevention of anaphylaxis is the most important aspect of management. The term…
Diagnosis of Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis Diagnosis may sometimes be difficult Anaphylaxis Diagnosis Diagnostic Criteria for Anaphylaxis Following are the diagnostic points: Acute illness ( within minutes to hours) involving skin, mucosal tissues or both…
Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
Symptoms of anaphylaxis are diverse Anaphylaxis Symptoms are diverse Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. The term anaphylaxis was first proposed by physiologist Charles Robert Richet and Paul Portier…
Causes of Anaphylaxis
Avoidance of the allergen is the most important Anaphylaxis Causes: Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. The term anaphylaxis was first proposed by physiologist Charles Robert Richet and Paul…
Treatment of Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis Treatment An episode of Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency. It can be fatal if left untreated. If someone has symptoms of anaphylaxis, you should: Use an adrenaline/epinephrine auto-injector. Give another…
Adrenaline Autoinjector
Adrenaline autoinjector is life saving in anaphylaxis Adrenaline autoinjector is life saving in severe allergy / Anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency. It can be fatal if left untreated. If someone…