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Ep 130: A 27-Year-Old with Penicillin Allergy

Harrison's PodClass: Internal Medicine Cases and Board Prep

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Understanding Penicillin Allergies: Diagnosis and Response Types

This chapter explores the challenges of diagnosing penicillin allergies, particularly emphasizing type 4 reactions and their presentation through rashes. It discusses the roles of serum-specific IgE, alternative testing methods, and the importance of serum tryptase levels in allergic response identification.

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