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Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxie·Also: anaphylaktischer Schock

Anaphylaxis is the most severe form of an allergic reaction and can become life-threatening within minutes. Typical signs are a skin rash, swelling, shortness of breath and a drop in blood pressure, up to circulatory shock.

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