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anaphylaxis

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun anaphylaxis has 1 sense
  1. anaphylaxis - hypersensitivity reaction to the ingestion or injection of a substance (a protein or drug) resulting from prior contact with a substance
    --1 is a kind of
    hypersensitivity reaction
    --1 has particulars: anaphylactic shock

Definitions from the Web

Anaphylaxis

Description:

Anaphylaxis is a severe and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs rapidly after exposure to an allergen. It is an extreme response by the immune system, leading to a systemic release of chemicals that can cause a range of symptoms affecting multiple organs.

Sample Sentences:

  • He experienced anaphylaxis after being stung by a bee and had to be rushed to the hospital.
  • Anaphylaxis can result in difficulty breathing, swelling of the throat, rapid drop in blood pressure, and hives.
  • If you have a known allergen, always carry an epinephrine auto-injector to treat anaphylaxis promptly.

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