Allergies and Anaphylaxis
Guest: James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D. (@jameslimd)
Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD)
The topic of anaphylaxis is reviewed including its causes, management and potential complications by James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D., an allergist from the Division of Allergic Disease from the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include the following:
- Truths vs. myths regarding anaphylaxis
- Common manifestations and presentations of anaphylaxis
- Triggers which more commonly produce an anaphylactic reaction
- Anaphylaxis in patients without a history of allergies
- When to use antihistamines in treating an allergic reaction
- When and how to prescribe epinephrine in treating patients with a history of allergic reactions
- Issues related to epinephrine auto-injectors
- Natural history of allergies over time
- Developments in peanut allergies
- Management of an anaphylactic reaction
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