Sunday, October, 25, 2009
What Is Anaphylaxis
July 21, 2009
Scottish researchers have identified a molecule that they say may worsen allergic reactions. The immune hormone IL-33 appears to regulate the body's anaphylactic shock response. Researchers say that if they can lower this molecule in humans it may help dramatically reduce the number of patients who die each year from anaphylaxis resulting from exposure to peanuts, shellfish, bee stings, eggs, and other common allergens.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Kathi MacNaughton
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Health Expert
...about allergic shock, also known as anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock. This is an especially...
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By Sloane Miller
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Health Expert
...the difference between life and death. See:AAAAI What Is Anaphylaxis? Anaphylaxis & You -...
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By Sloane Miller
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Health Expert
...patently wrong (exaggerated numbers of deaths from anaphylactic shock). I turned to a friend...
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By Gina Clowes
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Health Expert
...be anything from watery eyes or a runny nose, to anaphylactic shock. Ideally, immunotherapy...
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Health Guide
...or sulfa. These reactions can range from mild skin rashes to rare but severe, even life-threatening
anaphylactic shock.Some drugs, including certain over-the-counter medications, interact with...
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Diagnosing a stroke Any type of stroke is considered a medical emergency and requires urgent medical assistance, because immediate treatment can make the difference between life and death. ...
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...or sulfa. These reactions can range from mild skin rashes to rare but severe, even life-threatening
anaphylactic shock.Certain drugs, including some over-the-counter medications, interact with...
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...or sulfa. These reactions can range from mild skin rashes to rare but severe, even life-threatening,
anaphylactic shock. Some drugs, including certain over-the-counter medications, interact with...
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...high risk for a severe allergic response to the MMR vaccine. People with allergies that do not cause
anaphylactic shock to these substances are not at higher risk for a serious allergic reaction...
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Medications
This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes,... Read more »
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