Anaphylaxis is the most severe systemic allergic reaction. It is the result from an exposure to an allergen.
It can be triggered by certain foods, insect stings,medicine, latex, exercise and sometimes unknown causes. Common triggers are most likely to cause anaphylaxis. Foods such as peanuts, tree nuts, fish, eggs, milk, wheat and shellfish can cause severe anaphylaxis. Insect stings and bites such as those from bees, wasps, yellow jackets, hornets and ants. Latex can also cause anaphylaxis, it can be found in car tires, rubber bands, elastic, carpet backing, hospital and dental equipment, gloves, balloons and condoms. Medication such as penicillin, sulfa antibiotics, muscle relaxants and certain post surgery floods can also cause a reaction.
Sometimes the cause of an allergic reaction such as anaphylaxis is unknown. This type of reaction is diagnosed as idiopathic anaphylaxis.
Symptoms of anaphylaxis can happen fast and they require immediate medical attention. If you or someone you know is suffering from anaphylaxis, get emergency help right away. Anaphylaxis is unpredictable and can lead to death.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000844.htm
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