A serious and rapid allergic reaction usually involving more than one part of the body which, if severe enough, can kill. It is characterized by decreased blood pressure and impaired respiration. Also: Anaphalactic Shock, Anaphylaxis

	Allergy to Cow's Milk The Condition "...systemic anaphylaxis..." Bone Scan As A Treatment "...In extremely rare cases, a person may develop a rash, swelling, or anaphylaxis as a result of this scan..." Low White Count The Condition "...can occur in acute bacterial infections, viral infections, rickettsiae disease, some parasite injections, aplastic and pernicious anemia, acute lymphoblastic leukemia, some hormone imbalances and anaphylactic shock..." Semen Allergy The Condition "...The systemic reactions can include generalized itching, hives, angioedema, wheezing, and in very rare cases anaphylaxis..." Sulfite Sensitivity Related Topic "...Responses vary; sulfites can also cause chest tightness, nausea, hives, or even anaphalactic shock..." Test for Inhalant Allergies As A Treatment "...general rule, inhaled allergens such as dust mites, tree, grass or weed pollens will produce respiratory symptoms and ingested (food) allergies will produce skin and/or gastrointestinal symptoms or anaphylaxis..." Ulcerative Colitis Recommendation Food Additive Avoidance "...found in various foods such as apple cider, hot dogs, most ice creams and prepared sauces and jellies, as it can produce inflammation and immunodeficiency and has been found to cause colitis and anaphylaxis in humans..."

Last updated: May 10, 2007