Medically reviewed by Corinne Savides Happel, MD Key Takeaways Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that can be ...

Dr. F. Dan Atkins answers the question: 'What Are Common Causes Of Anaphylaxis?' — -- Question: What are common causes of anaphylaxis? Answer: The common causes of anaphylaxis are foods, ...

A rare condition means ice cubes, cold drinks and winter air can all trigger hives, swelling and even anaphylaxis.

What Is Anaphylaxis?- Anaphylaxis, also called anaphylactic shock, is a sudden, severe allergic reaction that needs immediate medical attention.- The primary treatment for anaphylaxis is epinephrine ...

Aug. 26—Those at risk of a severe allergic reaction always have handy an EpiPen just in case. But soon their life might be saved by a spray in the nose rather than a needle to the thigh. Last week the ...

Scientists have uncovered a surprising new pathway behind life-threatening food allergies. Instead of histamine, a different chemical called leukotrienes drives severe reactions in the gut. These ...

EpiPen is a first-line, emergency treatment for severe allergic reactions. Benadryl is used for milder allergic reactions. The decision of when to use one or the other depends on the specific symptoms ...