Question 1

is it common to die of anaphylaxis in hospital? my daughter passed away after a 5 hour head shunt revision her neurosurgeon said she did exceptionally well, in fact our daughter was taken to her room immediately after the recovery room.  within an hour sh

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Extremely : Extremely sorry for your loss. Unfortunately not enough information to be able to give a reasonable answer. Have you discussed the situation with the doctors that were taking care of her?

Question 2

what is anaphylaxis?

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Serious allergy: Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction that is rapid in onset and may even cause death typically the reaction is  to a food, drug or hymenoptera (bee like insects) sting.  Symptoms include hives, difficult breathing, and shock.  Anaphylaxis is treated with Epinephrine injection.

Question 3

why does anaphylaxis occur?

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Severa Allergic rx: Anaphylaxis is a severe systemic allergic reaction that can result in death. Typical triggers include food, sting, and medications.

Question 4

how is anaphylaxis diagnosed?

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Clinically: Anaphylaxis is usually a clinical diagnosis, which means  a history, signs, and symptoms that are consistent with anaphylaxis gives you the diagnosis.  A serum tryptase level, if ordered in time, can also be helpful.

Question 5

what do you mean by anaphylaxis?

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Severe reaction: Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction, usually to a defined trigger (insect sting, medication, food). The reaction usually affects multiple body systems and is characterized by multiple symptoms (cough, wheeze, shortness of breath, throat discomfort, swelling of the lips/tongue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or hives).

Question 6

what do nuts trigger anaphylaxis?

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Any nut can!: Nut allergy can lead to very serious allergic reactions called anaphylaxis.  This has been described for multiple nuts.   The most common nut to cause reactions is walnuts, followed by cashew, pistachio, almond, pecan and hazelnut.  Coconut (some people debate if this is a nut) anaphylaxis is uncommon.  Nut allergy is likely to persist and best treated with the help of a board certified allergist.

Question 7

what sort of problem is anaphylaxis?

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Allergic reaction: Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction. Common symptoms are difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, a rash, skin redness, swelling, shortness of breath, coughing, and several others. It involves the entire body and needs to be treated right away as it can be life threatening.

Question 8

what are the symptoms of anaphylaxis?

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Symptoms can vary: Anaphylaxis is a systemic allergic reaction. That is, symptoms occur not just at the site of exposure, but at other parts of the body as well.  Symptoms include widespread hives, flushing, vomiting, diarrhea, wheezing, swelling, and even a dangerous drop in blood pressure (shock). Anaphylaxis is an emergency, so seek immediate medical attention if you feel someone has these symptoms.

Question 9

what is anaphylaxis? can anyone gt it?

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Anyone: Anaphylaxis is a life threatening systemic allergic reaction. It can kill. Everyone is a risk for anaphylaxis. If one has suffered anaphylaxis then a thorough evaluation by an allergist is appropriate.

Question 10

help please! is anaphylaxis a disease?

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Anaphylaxis: Is a severe allergic reaction to an agent, food or medication. It is life threatening.

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