Anaphylactic Shock

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Anaphylactic Shock Definition

An acute inflammatory reaction resulting from the release of histamine and histamine-like substances from mast cells, causing a hypersensitivity immune response. Clinically, it presents with breathing difficulty, dizziness, hypotension, cyanosis and loss of consciousness, and may lead to death.

Anaphylactic Shock Synonyms

Anaphylactic Shock, ANAPHYLACTIC SHOCK, ANAPHYLAXIS, Anaphylaxis, SHOCK, ANAPHYLACTIC

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