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Anaphylactic Shock: What is the pathology?
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A whole body allergic reaction. Histamine released causes constriction of airway & abdominal pain (vomiting, diarrhea); Histamine causes blood vessels to dilate (lowering B/P), & fluid leaks into tissues and alveoli (lung sacs)causing low blood volume resulting in pulmonary edema resulting in shock.
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Anaphylactic Shock: What is the cause?
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allergc reaction. The flood of chemicals released by your immune system during anaphylaxis can cause you to go into shock; your blood pressure drops suddenly and your airways narrow blocking normal breathing.
Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. It can occur within seconds or minutes of exposure to something you're allergic to, such as the venom from a bee sting or a peanut. |
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Anaphylactic Shock: What risk factors?
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A personal history of anaphylaxis.
Allergies or asthma A family history |
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Anaphylactic Shock: Common triggers
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foods
medications insect venom latex |
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Anaphylactic Shock: Other problems it can cause...
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Heart problems
Low blood volume (bleeding or dehydration) Changes in blood vessels (severe allergic reaction) |
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Anaphylactic Shock: Diagnostic tests?
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allergen test (food, medications, latex gloves, spiders, bee)
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Anaphylactic Shock: Signs & symptoms?
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blueness of skin, lips, nail beds
HIVES and generalized itching, wheezing, abnormal high-pitched breathing, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, rapid or weak pulse, fainting light headedness, dizziness, anxiety, palpitation, nausea, nasal congestion, cough |
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Anaphylactic Shock: Lab tests?
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skin or blood tests
Test for allergin that caused it after treatment |
