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Anaphylaxis Definitions:

An immediate (type I) hypersensitivity reaction following exposure of a sensitized individual to the appropriate antigen.
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Unusual or exaggerated allergic reaction to antigen that leads to severe respiratory and cardiac complications.
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Anaphylaxis Notes:

Anaphylaxis is a hypersensitivity reaction that can be serious allergic reaction and lethal at times. Some sensitized humans are exposed to particular allergens. Mostly, the anaphylactic reactions are caused due to medications, foods, latex and insect stings. When a person is allergic to any substance, his or her immune system reacts vigorously to that substance or allergen and chemicals are released which cause allergy related symptoms.