Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms may include hives, swelling of the face, neck or throat, asthma (wheezing, difficulty breathing), lightheadedness or fainting
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms may include hives, swelling of the face, neck or throat, asthma (wheezing, difficulty breathing), lightheadedness or fainting
We’re in the midst of a bed bug epidemic and it seems to be a global problem. The bedbug, Cimex lectularius, bites in a row.
Insect stings are a major cause of anaphylaxis in the US. Approximately 4% of adults in the USA report systemic allergic reactions to insect stings.