anaphylactic
adjective
ana·phy·lac·tic
ˌa-nə-fə-ˈlak-tik 
: of, relating to, affected by, or causing anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock
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Bug bites anywhere on the body can cause an anaphylactic reaction (sudden, severe allergic reaction) in certain people.
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Andrew Greenberg, Verywell Health, 12 Sep. 2024
Patients may need to seek emergency medical assistance to monitor the anaphylactic episode or if further treatment is necessary.
—Kira Caspers, The Arizona Republic, 10 Aug. 2024
The symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction include: Hives that spread beyond the sting site
Swelling of the face, tongue, lips and eyes
Breathing difficulties
Tightness in the chest
Shortness of breath
Fainting
If left untreated, anaphylaxis can be fatal, Gupta says.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 15 June 2024
Appropriate medical treatment to manage immediate allergic reactions must be immediately available in the event an acute anaphylactic reaction occurs following administration of SPIKEVAX.
—Kansas City Star, 7 June 2024
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Andrew Greenberg, Verywell Health, 12 Sep. 2024
Patients may need to seek emergency medical assistance to monitor the anaphylactic episode or if further treatment is necessary.
—Kira Caspers, The Arizona Republic, 10 Aug. 2024
The symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction include: Hives that spread beyond the sting site
Swelling of the face, tongue, lips and eyes
Breathing difficulties
Tightness in the chest
Shortness of breath
Fainting
If left untreated, anaphylaxis can be fatal, Gupta says.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 15 June 2024
Appropriate medical treatment to manage immediate allergic reactions must be immediately available in the event an acute anaphylactic reaction occurs following administration of SPIKEVAX.
—Kansas City Star, 7 June 2024
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anaphylactic
adjective
ana·phy·lac·tic
ˌan-ə-fə-ˈlak-tik
: of, relating to, affected by, or causing anaphylaxis or anaphylactic shock
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