The term anaphylaxis is usually used to describe hypersensitivity reactions, typically medicated by immunoglobulin E (IgE). Anaphylactoid reactions are similar but do not rely on hypersensitivity.

An afternoon session at the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Annual Scientific Meeting focused on key updates in pediatric anaphylaxis from the past year as seen in published data.

People with allergies are not ill but if they come into contact with an allergen, they are at risk of sudden death from anaphylactic shock. Reactions can occur within seconds of exposure, but on rare ...

Biphasic anaphylaxis involves a second anaphylactic reaction that happens after the first has been successfully treated. This may occur up to 72 hours after the initial reaction. Anaphylaxis is a ...

Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can affect bodily functions such as breathing, digestion, and circulation. It can be life threatening and requires immediate treatment. Sneezing, ...

THE occurrence of reactions following the use of anticoagulants in the management of patients with myocardial infarction, pulmonary infarction and thrombophlebitis and after vascular surgery has ...