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Is it possible to be allergic to adrenaline?

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No: Adrenaline is a normal substance in the body and is the treatment for severe allergic reaction. It can however cause the same symptoms as fear. Increased heart rate, pounding chest, tremor, anxiety, breathlessness.

Dr Murphy agreed

Answered 8/14/2012

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