Anaphylaxis
An immediate systemic allergic reaction produced by the release of mediators from mast cells and basophils
- Simultaneously involves
- Skin manifestations (hives)
- Respiratory systems- (dyspnea, wheeze)
- CV system (dizziness, syncope, hypotension)
- GI system (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea)
Incidence of anaphylaxis is rare1,2
1. Yocum, Rochester Epidemologic Study - Journ Allergy Clin Immuno 104:452-6, 1999
2. Neugut, Arch. Int. Med. Vol.161, Jan 8, 2001