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∙ 7y agoAnaphylaxis is a serious and rapid allergic reaction. It is mainly caused by food or medicinal allergy. The onset is so rapid that in some case it can lead to death. Best way is to avoid such food or medicine when you first encounter them. Some anthistamines medications help alleviate such anaphylaxis symptoms.
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What causes allergies to sunflower seeds?
The following are types of allergies that could be caused by the sunflower plant.Pollen Allergy: runny nose, congestion, itchy eyes, tearing, facial swelling and some people may have asthma symptomsSeed and Oil Allergy: can cause anaphylactic shock.Honey Allergy: there is a rare allergy to honey that contains sunflower pollen
Can hay fever make you vomit?
If someone has a food allergy, there are different symptoms and vomiting is one symptom. If you experience vomiting shortly after eating a suspected food allergen, then it is probably caused by a food allergy. You may also have other symptoms including: hives, coughing, sneezing, migraines, rashes, or anaphylactic shock. If you suspect a food allergy, you should see your doctor and discontinue eating the food until you can be tested.
Why does people die from taking the depo shot?
Many years ago, a patient died from an anaphylactic reaction (severe allergy) after depo provera.
What is the difference between Swine Flu and an allergy?
Swine flu is caused by a virus. An allergy is caused by the body reacting to a harmless compound.
Is tongue swelling from kiwi an allergy?
YES, Do not eat it ever again, as the reaction can get worse the next time. The worst case scenario is anaphylactic shock and death.
What is caused by pollen grains in air?
Allergy
What is treatment for a cough caused by allergy?
For a cough caused by an allergy you take an over the counter cough syrup and an antihistamine. If this does not resolve the problem go to your doctor.
Can you develop a seafood allergy?
It depends on the severity of the allergy. For a severe allergy, no. In some cases eating food that had touched something that has been touched by the allergen can trigger a reaction. Best to err on the side of caution.
Would your allergy be caused by Bat feces?
yes
What is an over reaction in the immune system?
It can potentially kill you or make you really ill.
Explain the difference between idiosyncrasy and drug allergy?
Idiosyncrasy is caused without any reason ,the reason does not exist for the cause of reactionDrug allergy is caused due to that specific drug when used
Can you use allergy medicine for a cold?
Not effectively. Allergy medicine blocks histamine receptors, but a cold is caused by a virus: completely unrelated.
