Anaphylaxis Flashcards
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Q
Key symptoms
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Airway and/or Breathing and/or Circulation problems
Airway problems may include:
-swelling of the throat and tongue →hoarse voice and -stridor
Breathing problems may include:
- respiratory wheeze
- dyspnoea
Circulation problems may include:
- hypotension
- tachycardia
Skin problems;
- generalised pruritus
- widespread erythematous or urticarial rash
Management- admit to hospital, adrenaline, steroids, antihistamines (fluids/supportive management if systemic compromise)
