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Patients & Consumers Online Tools Find an Allergist / Immunologist Pollen Counts Diseases 101 Featured Resources » AAAAI Tips Brochures Topic of the Month Research for Patients Drug Guide Allergy & Asthma ADVOCATE Information Request Form Donate Now En Español Just for Kids Seniors Contact Us Search by Condition (A-Z) Request a Speaker Smoke Free Homes Referral Guidelines Other Resources En Español Just for Kids Seniors		Anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis (an-a-fi-LAK-sis) is a serious allergic reaction that happens to some people who have allergies to food, insect stings, drugs or latex. Anaphylaxis happens very quickly and affects your entire body. Signs usually start within 5 to 30 minutes of coming into contact with the thing to which you are allergic. But it may take more than an hour for you to notice anaphylactic symptoms. Warning signs may include: A red rash, with welts, that is usually itchy Swollen throat or swollen areas of the body Wheezing Passing out Chest tightness Trouble breathing A hoarse voice Trouble swallowing Vomiting Diarrhea Stomach cramping A pale or red color to the face and body Anaphylaxis requires immediate medical treatment. If you think you are having this type of reaction, use your autoinjectable epinephrine and call 911 immediately. Afterward, it is important to get follow up care from an allergist/immunologist. An allergist/immunologist is a doctor who specializes in treating people with allergies. To find an allergist/immunologist near you, use the AAAAI's Physician Referral Directory. More Information about Anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis Statistics Conditions Related to Anaphylaxis Anaphylaxis Easy Reader Handout (PDF) Anaphylaxis Easy Reader Handout (Español) (PDF) Physician Referral Guidelines - Anaphylaxis Other Resources FAAN's Food Allergy Action Plan (PDF) Drug Guide Tips to Remember Elements of Allergy and Asthma Allergy and Asthma Resources en Español Patient Support Organizations Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) Allergy and Asthma Foundation of America American Latex Allergy Association <back>
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