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#151 Anaphylaxis with Dr Olajumoke Fadugba MD

The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast

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Understanding Anaphylaxis: Diagnosis and Mechanisms

This chapter focuses on the recognition and diagnosis of anaphylaxis through a real-life case study, emphasizing the key diagnostic criteria and clinical presentations that healthcare providers must consider. It explores the differences between IgE-mediated and non-IgE-mediated reactions, highlighting the complexities involved in managing various symptoms and potential reactions. Additionally, the chapter addresses the importance of timely treatment with epinephrine and the challenges associated with predicting the severity of anaphylaxis and the risk of biphasic reactions.

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