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- What is anaphylaxis?
- Symptoms of anaphylaxis
- Causes of anaphylaxis
- Prevention of anaphylaxis
- Risk factors for anaphylaxis
- Complications of anaphylaxis
- When to see a doctor about anaphylaxis
- Diagnosis of anaphylaxis
- Conventional treatment of anaphylaxis
- Alternative/complementary treatment of anaphylaxis
- Living with anaphylaxis
- Caring for someone with anaphylaxis
When to see a doctor about anaphylaxis
An unknown and severe allergy to a substance that causes anaphylaxis will require immediate and urgent medical treatment. Call an ambulance - 000.
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People with known allergies who come into accidental contact with the allergen will need emergency medical treatment. If they are wearing their medical alert bracelet, it will give information about what they are allergic to and what treatment they need if they come into contact with the allergen. Call an ambulance - 000.
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< 6: complications 8: diagnosis > Last reviewed: 18 November 2007 || Last updated: 12 March 2009
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Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.
