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Severe shock caused by allergic reactions.
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anaphylactic shock
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A condition in which low blood volume, due to either massive internal or external bleeding or extensive loss of body water, results in inadequate perfusion.
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hypovolemic shock
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Fainting spell or transient loss of consciousness, often caused by an interruption of blood flow to the brain.
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syncope
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A state in which not enough oxygen is delivered to the tissues of the body, caused by low output of blood from the heart. It can be a severe complication of a large acute myocardial infarction, as well as other conditions.
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cardiogenic shock
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Shock caused by a sudden, temporary reduction in blood supply to the brain that causes fainting (syncope).
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psychogenic shock
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A swelling or enlargement of a part of an artery, resulting from weakening of the arterial wall.
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aneurysm
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Circulatory failure caused by paralysis of the nerves that control the size of the blood vessels, leading to widespread dilation; seen in spinal cord injuries.
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neurogenic shock
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A condition that develops when the circulatory system is not able to deliver sufficient blood to body organs, resulting in organ failure and eventual death if untreated.
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shock
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The presence of abnormally large amounts of fluid between cells in body tissues, causing swelling of the affected area.
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edema
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Circular muscles that encircle and, by contracting, constrict a duct, tube, or opening.
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sphincters
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An extreme, possibly life-threatening systemic allergic reaction that may include shock and respiratory failure.
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anaphylaxis
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Bluish-gray skin color that is caused by reduced oxygen levels in the blood.
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cyanosis
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Shock caused by severe bacterial infection.
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septic shock
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A state in which fluid losses are greater than fluid intake into the body, leading to shock and death if untreated.
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dehydration
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The part of the nervous system that regulates functions, such as digestion and sweating, that are not controlled voluntarily.
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autonomic nervous system
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A condition in which the internal body temperature falls below 95°F (35°C), usually as a result of prolonged exposure to cool or freezing temperatures.
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hypothermia
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The early stage of shock, in which the body can still compensate for blood loss.
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compensated shock
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Developing a sensitivity to a substance that initially caused no allergic reaction.
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sensitization
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The late stage of shock, when blood pressure is falling.
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decompensated shock
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The most posterior portion of the cranium.
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occiput
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Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing.
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dyspnea
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The final stage of shock, resulting in death.
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irreversible shock
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The circulation of blood within an organ or tissue in adequate amounts to meet the cells' current needs.
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perfusion
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