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… What is a penicillin allergy? A penicillin allergy is an allergic reaction that occurs when your body's immune system … don't have it. They may have a side effect, rather than an allergic reaction. Tests can show if you have a penicillin allergy. What puts you at risk? Severe allergic reactions to penicillin can be dangerous and …
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… para-phenylenediamine (PPD) because of the risk of an allergic reaction. Health Canada encourages everyone to … para-phenylenediamine (PPD) because of the risk of an allergic reaction. Health Canada encourages everyone to … to their local health unit. The risk of developing a severe allergic reaction to henna increases after an episode of …
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… Lice . Some insects are more likely than others to cause allergic or toxic reactions. A bee leaves its stinger behind … can range from minor skin swelling and redness to a serious allergic reaction. Wasps, including hornets and yellow … over and over. Yellow jackets cause the greatest number of allergic reactions. A fire ant attaches to a person by …
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… it sets off a process that leads to the symptoms of an allergic reaction . This medicine may help reduce asthma … can also consider using this medicine. You have severe allergic asthma and your symptoms aren't relieved by avoiding allergens or taking other medicines. Severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis , can occur with …
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… product made mostly from the rubber tree. Some people have allergic reactions after repeated contact with latex, … Rubber bands. Computer mouse pads. What are the symptoms? Allergic reactions to latex can vary from minor to … ( angioedema ). Or the person may have severe wheezing ( allergic asthma ). Life-threatening allergic reactions ( …
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… to have no serious side effects. But some people may be allergic to capsaicin. The first time you use this topical … it to just a small area of skin to make sure there is no allergic reaction. Even people who are not allergic may notice a burning sensation. Some people may not …
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… Shot Actionset Overview If you have had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) in the past, you know how … yourself an epinephrine shot can slow down or stop an allergic reaction. That's why it is important to have … yourself a shot, seek emergency care. Symptoms of a severe allergic reaction can return or get worse after an …
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… but may include nausea, dizziness, or mild-to-severe allergic reactions. If you are allergic to plants like ragweed, you may not be able to use … natural health products may cause side effects, trigger allergic reactions, or interact with prescription and …
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… a Child Actionset Overview If your child has had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) in the past, you know how … your child an epinephrine shot can slow down or stop an allergic reaction. That's why it is important to have … the operator that you gave your child a shot for a severe allergic reaction. Or if a hospital is close by, take your …
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… given to reduce your sensitivity to allergens that cause an allergic reaction. Small doses of allergens are injected … and also reduce anxiety associated with insect stings. An allergic reaction that spreads far from the sting or that … can reduce your chances of having another severe systemic allergic reaction from 60% to about 5%. footnote 1 It is not …
