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A member asked:
Baby girl has severe multiple food allergy with symptoms of anaphylaxis but drs say no to epipen (epinephrine). why would they do that?
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Anaphylaxis: Sounds like you should get a new allergist immediately!
Answered 1/24/2013
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Do you know what ana: Do you know what anaphylaxis is? Multiple food allergy is possible but unlikely. What are the symptoms? Seek the advise of your pediatrician.
Answered 1/24/2013
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