MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction. It must be diagnosed clinically and must be treated immediately. Twenty percent of patients with anaphylaxis lack cutaneous manifestations, and patients with asthma are at higher risk of undertreatment, misdiagnosis, and death.

Detailed explanation-2: -Anaphylaxis. Anaphylaxis is a medical emergency as it can lead to acute, life-threatening respiratory failure. It is an IgE-mediated process. It is the most severe form of an allergic reaction, where mast cells suddenly release a large amount of histamine and later on leukotrienes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Anaphylaxis causes the immune system to release a flood of chemicals that can cause you to go into shock-blood pressure drops suddenly and the airways narrow, blocking breathing. Signs and symptoms include a rapid, weak pulse; a skin rash; and nausea and vomiting.

Detailed explanation-4: -Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can develop rapidly. It is also known as anaphylactic shock. Signs of anaphylaxis include: itchy skin or a raised, red skin rash.