Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening allergic reaction that affects the entire body.National Jewish Medical and Research Center: What is Anaphylaxis? MedlinePlus: [http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000844.htm Anaphylaxis It can cause shock, low blood pressure and swelling of the airway. Chemocare: Allergic Reactions and Chemotherapy The reaction usually occurs within minutes of coming in contact with an allergy trigger, although the reaction can sometimes be delayed up to 24 hours.National Jewish Medical and Research Center: [http://www.nationaljewish.org/disease-info/diseases/allergy/about/conditions/anaphylaxis.aspx What is Anaphylaxis?
Allergies That Can Trigger Anaphylaxis
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