Anaphylaxis definition

Anaphylaxis means a potentially life-threatening hypersensitivity to a substance.
Anaphylaxis means a severe systemic allergic reaction which can be fatal, resulting in circulatory collapse or shock, and “anaphylactic” has a corresponding meaning.
Anaphylaxis means a potentially fatal, acute allergic reaction to a substance (such as stinging insects, foods and medications) that is induced by an exposure to the substance. Manifestations of anaphylaxis may be cutaneous (such as hives, itchiness, swelling), cardiorespiratory (swelling of tongue, throat, wheezing, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure), central nervous system (lethargy, coma) and others.

Examples of Anaphylaxis in a sentence

  • Brown made a motion to approve the Anaphylaxis Board Policy and Procedures.

  • Bloy in the chair.] Anaphylaxis is a condition of heightened sensitivity to a range of allergens — mostly foods, but also insect bites and particular man-made substances like latex — that trigger an extreme allergic reaction.

  • Subjects to be covered must include, but not be limited to,: signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock, proper epinephrine auto-injector administration, adverse reactions, accessing the "911" emergency medical system, and preparation for movement and transport of the student.4.21.4 Response to and Treatment for Anaphylaxis A.


More Definitions of Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis means a potentially life-threatening hypersensitivity or allergic reaction to a substance.
Anaphylaxis means a sudden, severe, and potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that occurs when a person is exposed to an allergen.
Anaphylaxis means serious and rapid allergic reactions usually involving more than one part of the body which, if severe enough, can kill.
Anaphylaxis means a potentially life-threatening hypersensitivity or allergic reaction.
Anaphylaxis means an allergic reaction resulting from sensitization following prior contact with an antigen which can be a life-threatening emergency, including reactions triggered by, among other agents, foods, drugs, injections, insect stings, and physical activity;
Anaphylaxis means an allergic reaction resulting from sensitization following
Anaphylaxis means a life-threatening allergic reaction due to over-release of certain chemicals in the body resulting in shock when a person with an allergy is exposed to an allergen. Allergies to food, insect stings, medications, and latex, are most frequently associated with this type of severe response, and may include skin symptoms or swollen lips, difficulty breathing, reduced blood pressure, and gastrointestinal symptoms.