Anaphylaxis is an acute multi-system severe hypersensitivity reaction. It occur in response to an allergen. Common triggers include insect bites or stings, foods, medication and latex rubber.
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- Wikipedia: Anaphylaxis Encyclopedia article on this acute multi-system severe hypersensitivity reaction.
- NHS Choices: Anaphylaxis Provides information on this severe allergic reaction. Includes details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
- Tips to Remember: Anaphylaxis Information on this condition provided by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology.
- Patient Information: Anaphylaxis Symptoms and Diagnosis Factsheet providing an overview, symptoms, triggers, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment.
- Emergency Treatment of Anaphylactic Reactions Guidelines for healthcare professionals provided by the Resuscitation Council (UK).
- eMedecine: Anaphylaxis Article by Stephen F Kemp, MD, FACP on this acute multiorgan system reaction caused by the release of chemical mediators from mast cells and basophils.