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Anaphylactic Reactions
Anaphylaxis also known as anaphylactic shock is a severe potentially fatal allergic reaction.
The whole body is affected, usually within minutes of exposure to the allergen but sometimes after hours.
Anaphylaxis can be triggered by a very wide range of foods and other agents.
The most common include:-
- peanuts
- nuts
- sesame
- fish
- shellfish
- dairy products
- eggs
- wasp or bee stings
- natural latex (rubber)
- and certain drugs.
For someone experiencing anaphylactic shock, time is of the essence and you should immediately call for emergency medical care.
