Anaphylactic shock develops within seconds or minutes of contact with a “trigger” and is an emergency. Common causes of allergic reactions are: pollen stings and bites latex food items, such as nuts, ...

Dr. Onyinye I. Iweala discusses a recently published review that provided updated recommendations for ordering tryptase tests ...

Anaphylactic shock is a term used to describe when anaphylaxis causes a sudden drop in blood pressure. Low blood pressure causes inadequate blood flow to organs and tissues, potentially leading to ...

Learn about anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction, its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and importance of awareness.

A healthcare professional can help rule out other causes, manage symptoms, and keep them from getting worse. A severe reaction to peanuts might include anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis causes acute ...