Anaphylaxis Directory

Medical Reference

• The Basics of Anaphylaxis

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

• Severe Allergic Reaction (Anaphylactic Shock)

  Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction that occurs rapidly and can be life-threatening. WebMD lays out first aid steps in case of such a reaction.

• Treating Life-Threatening Allergies

  How are life-threatening allergies treated? WebMD takes you through first aid steps for treating anaphylaxis and serious allergic reactions.

• When to Use Auto-Injectors

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

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.

• Managing Your Child’s Severe Food Allergies

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

• How to Avoid Surprise Allergy Attacks

  Tried-and-true methods to keep allergens from making you miserable.

Video

• Snorting Trouble

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

• Prepare for Allergy Emergencies

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

• What is Anaphylaxis?

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

• Video: Raising Kids With Severe Allergies

  A parent shares how she deals with her daughter’s serious peanut allergy.

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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