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Allergic reaction, severe: (anaphylactic reaction).(Pediatric Advisor)
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- Clinical Reference Systems
- Article date:
- February 1, 2008
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What is a severe allergic reaction?
A severe allergic reaction is called an anaphylactic reaction. It is an immediate, severe reaction to a bee sting, drug, food, or other item. The symptoms begin within 30 to 60 minutes and are:
* wheezing, croupy cough, or trouble breathing
* tightness in the chest or throat (voice may become hoarse)
* dizziness or passing out (skin may get bluish)
* swelling of lips, tongue, or throat
* widespread hives, swelling, or itching. (If these symptoms occur without the symptoms listed above, your child is probably not having an anaphylactic reaction. However, hives, swelling, or itching ...