Anaphylaxis Symptoms
Do you have any symptoms of Anaphylaxis? Do you even know what they are? Learn more about each symptom of this condition below and what to do if you think you may have Anaphylaxis.
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Symptoms of Anaphylaxis
The symptoms of anaphylaxis usually occur within minutes after exposure to an allergen, but can occur hours later. Symptoms may be mild or very severe, including death. They include:
- Hives and itching
- Swelling, redness, stinging or burning, especially on the face, mouth, eyes, or hands
- Lightheadedness, caused by a drop in blood pressure
- Obstruction of the nose, mouth, and throat
- Severe respiratory distress
- Chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheezing
- Nausea, vomiting, cramping, Diarrhea
- Heart Arrhythmias
- Convulsions
- Low blood pressure, Shock ( occurs in 30% of cases)
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