A Really Serious Allergy
For many people with an allergy, the body’s response is usually pretty mild. You may get a runny nose or sneeze. But for some people, an allergic reaction can affect the whole body, becoming much more severe and life threatening. These severe life-threatening allergic reactions can come on fast and are known as anaphylaxis.
4 Things to Know About Anaphylaxis
The Symptoms Aren’t Always the Same
Anaphylaxis affects everyone differently. Some people may have a skin rash and difficulty breathing or swallowing, while others may experience nausea and vomiting. Although there are common symptoms for anaphylaxis, they can change drastically from person to person and reaction to reaction.
It’s Caused by a Substance Your Body Is Allergic To
Things as simple as peanuts, shellfish, eggs, or a bee sting can cause an anaphylactic reaction to happen. The body sometimes quickly lets you know that it can’t handle the substance (allergen) you’re allergic to, while other times, symptoms can take hours to show up.
Don’t Wait to Get Tested for Severe Allergies
Ignoring allergies can be dangerous. Make sure to talk to your healthcare provider if you’re experiencing symptoms, so they can help you identify what you’re allergic to.
Treatment Is Available
Living with, or being at risk for, a severe allergy usually means carrying an epinephrine auto‑injector at all times, which is prescribed by the doctor. Epinephrine auto‑injectors usually come as a pair, because sometimes you need more than 1 dose to treat the anaphylactic reaction.
WebMD Medical Reference
Allergy & Asthma Associates of Southern California provides relief from allergies, asthma, sinus problems, chronic cough and other related conditions. Dr. William E. Berger, Dr. Warner W. Carr, Dr. Mark S. Sugar, Dr. Simi Kapoor and Dr. Christina Schwindt together with their staff specialize in allergy and immunology in Southern California.
If you or your child is at risk or experiencing a severe allergy or any other kind of allergy please Call (949) 364-2900 to schedule your appointment today. You can also use our online Request an Appointment form to schedule a future appointment.
