Shock And Symptoms
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
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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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Anaphylaxis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Anaphylactic reaction; Anaphylactic shock; Shock - anaphylacticTreatmentAnaphylaxis is an emergency condition requiring immediate professional... Read more »
Anaphylaxis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening type of allergic reaction.Alternative NamesAnaphylactic reaction; Anaphylactic shock; Shock - anaphylacticCauses,... Read more »
Septic shock
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Bacteremic shock; Endotoxic shock; Septicemic shock; Warm shockSymptomsSeptic shock can affect any part of the body, including the heart, brain,... Read more »
Hypovolemic shock
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Shock - hypovolemic Symptoms Anxiety or agitation Cool, clammy skin Confusion ... Read more »
Cardiogenic shock
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Shock - cardiogenic Symptoms Chest pain or pressure Profuse sweating , moist skin Rapid breathing ... Read more »
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