Articles Tagged With: reactions
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AAAHC’s Allergy Benchmarking Study Highlights Inconsistencies
In a recent study, investigators found allergies sometimes were not verified or updated at each visit, there was a reliance on using the acronym NKDA (no known drug allergies), without references to other allergies or sensitivities, and overall allergic reaction documentation was inconsistent.
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COVID-19 Shots Causing Anaphylactic Shock at 10 Times Rate of Other Vaccines
With millions more healthcare workers and the general public slated to be immunized for COVID-19, researchers report that the Pfizer SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccine is causing anaphylactic shock reactions at 10 times the rate of typical vaccines.
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Rare, but Real: Anaphylaxis After COVID-19 Vaccination
As COVID-19 vaccinations roll out, a handful of people have experienced anaphylactic allergic reactions after receiving the Pfizer vaccine. These cases appear to be extremely rare, but the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises several measures to recognize and respond to severe allergic reactions to the vaccine.
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Envenomations
Envenomations can occur from a variety of species. They can cause symptoms that range from minor skin irritation to systemic signs and symptoms, organ failure, and even death. Knowing the signs and symptoms of envenomation are important for management and disposition.
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Evaluation and Management of Anaphylaxis in the Emergency Department
For emergency physicians, anaphylaxis can be a challenging diagnosis to make. This article will present the most current information for diagnosing allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, and how to treat them properly.
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Mefloquine: Still Effective and Still Safe for Malaria Chemoprophylaxis
Mefloquine is known as an effective agent for malaria chemoprophylaxis. However, concerns about serious adverse effects have limited its use. Now, a careful review of data suggests that fatal outcomes related to mefloquine prophylaxis are very rare.
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What Every Prescriber Should Know: FDA’s Updated Warnings for Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics
Fluoroquinolones have risks and benefits that should be carefully considered before prescribing to patients for uncomplicated bacterial infections.
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Evaluation of Amoxicillin Allergy in Children
The majority of children in this study were nonallergic. Provocative challenges should be conducted in an appropriate medical setting.