Allergic reactions

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Allergic Reactions

Allergic reactions can range from mild to life-threatening. Common symptoms include hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, and dizziness, which may occur after exposure to allergens such as foods, medications, insect stings, or environmental triggers. At our emergency room, we are equipped to quickly assess and treat allergic reactions, including severe cases like anaphylaxis. If you or someone near you is experiencing signs of a serious allergic reaction, do not wait, seek emergency care immediately.

Recognizing the signs of an allergic reaction early can be lifesaving. Watch for symptoms such as itching, rash or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, wheezing, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, or a sudden drop in blood pressure. If someone shows any of these warning signs, especially difficulty breathing or swelling in the throat, call 911 or go to the emergency room right away.

anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur within minutes of exposure to an allergen. It can affect multiple systems in the body, causing symptoms such as difficulty breathing, swelling, hives, a rapid drop in blood pressure, and even loss of consciousness. Without immediate treatment, typically an injection of epinephrine, anaphylaxis can quickly become fatal. Prompt emergency care is essential to manage the reaction and prevent serious complications.

Some of the more common triggers:

Foods

Peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, milk, eggs, soy, & wheat

Medications

Penicillin & other antibiotics, aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and certain vaccines

Insect Stings

Bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, and fire ants

environmental triggers

Animal dander, mold spores, and pollen

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