Human Diseases and Conditions, 1st ed. - Allergies
Human Diseases and Conditions, 1st ed. - Allergies
January 1, 2000 -- Allergies
Allergies are abnormally sensitive reactions to usually harmless sub-stances in the air people breathe, the things they touch, or the...
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Can food allergy be deadly or fatal?
Yes. Food allergy can be fatal in extreme cases. This can cause a reaction called anaphylaxis. The symptoms of anaphylaxis are:
- Difficulty in breathing
- Severe drop in blood pressure
- Skin itchiness, swelling, redness, and burning sensation
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal cramps
- Chest tightness
If a person shows these symptoms, it is best to go to the hospital immediately as it can lead to death
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