When To Call A Professional

Call for emergency assistance immediately whenever anyone has symptoms of anaphylaxis. If you have a history of severe allergic reaction and have not mentioned this to your doctor, schedule an appointment soon. He or she can review your history and help you take the necessary precautions to avoid future problems.

Prognosis

With prompt, appropriate treatment, most patients who have had a severe allergic reaction can recover completely. Unfortunately, even with treatment, some people die from anaphylaxis.

A person who has had anaphylaxis is at risk of future severe reactions if he or she is exposed again to the same allergen.

Additional Info

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI) 555 East Wells St. Suite 1100 Milwaukee, WI 53202-3823 Phone: (414) 272-6071 Toll-Free: (800) 822-2762 E-Mail: info@aaaai.org http://www.aaaai.org/

The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network 11781 Lee Jackson Highway Suite 160 Fairfax, VA 22033-3309 Toll-Free: (800) 929-4040 Fax: (703) 691-2713 E-Mail: faan@foodallergy.org http://www.foodallergy.org/