Anaphylactic Shock
Anaphylactic reaction; Anaphylactic shock; Shock - anaphylactic
Symptoms
Symptoms develop rapidly, often within seconds or minutes. They may include the following:
- Abdominal pain or cramping
- Abnormal (high-pitched) breathing sounds
Anxiety Confusion - Cough
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty breathing
- Difficulty swallowing
-
Fainting ,light-headedness ,dizziness -
Hives , itchiness - Nasal congestion
- Nausea, vomiting
Palpitations Skin redness - Slurred speech
- Wheezing
Signs and tests
Signs include:
- Abnormal heart rhythm (
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