Anaphylaxis Directory

Medical Reference

• The Basics of Anaphylaxis

  Anaphylaxis is a dangerous allergic reaction. Learn more about anaphylaxis.

• Allergic Reactions: What’s Normal, What’s Not

  Would you recognize the signs of anaphylaxis? How can you protect your child from life-threatening allergies? Know the symptoms of severe allergic reactions and stay safe and prepared.

• When to Use Auto-Injectors

  If you have severe allergies, a small device can save your life. Know when to use your auto-injector.

• Allergies: Giving Yourself an Epinephrine Shot

  If you have had a severe allergic reaction in the past, you know how frightening it can be. Symptoms of breathing difficulty, itching, and swelling can come on quickly and become life threatening. Giving yourself an epinephrine shot with an EpiPen can slow down or stop an allergic reaction. That's why it is important to have an allergy kit containing an Epipen with you at all times and to know .

Features

• Epinephrine Injection: Protect Your Child From Anaphylaxis

  If your child has life-threatening allergies, staying prepared at all times is a must. Get the facts on protecting your child from anaphylaxis with a portable epinephrine injector.

• Guide to Anaphylaxis Resources

  If your child has serious allergies, you’re not alone. Find support and information about anaphylaxis and severe allergic reactions with WebMD’s guide to anaphylaxis resources.

• Anaphylaxis Myths and Facts: Symptoms, Triggers, Treatment, and More

  Do you know the truth about anaphylaxis, including what causes it, what the symptoms are, and how to respond? Check your knowledge of these anaphylaxis myths and facts.

• Managing Your Child’s Severe Food Allergies

  How to avoid allergens, find hidden triggers, and give your child proper nutrition.

Video

• What is Anaphylaxis?

  Anaphylaxis: It’s an unusual word but a serious condition. Learn all about it.

• Prepare for Allergy Emergencies

  Seconds count when a life-threatening allergic reaction happens. Know the symptoms and what to do.

• Snorting Trouble

  Sinus specialist Jordan S. Josephson, MD, tells why recreational drugs are bad for our sinuses.

• Video: Common Triggers for Severe Allergies

  What are the top three causes of anaphylaxis? And what are some less-common triggers of life-threatening allergic reactions?

Slideshows & Images

• Slideshow: Life-Threatening Allergy Triggers

  From insect stings to nuts and shellfish, see what can trigger anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction, and how to be prepared for an allergy emergency.

Quizzes

• Is Your Child Protected From Anaphylaxis?

  Does your child have dangerous allergies? Take this quiz to see if you're protecting your child from anaphylaxis.

• Cold & Allergy Quiz: Do You Know the Difference?

  Do you have a cold or allergies? Take this quiz and find out.

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