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Medical tests
… to find out what substance, or allergen , may trigger an allergic response in a person. Skin tests are usually done … allergen is placed on or below the skin to see if a reaction develops. There are three types of skin tests: Skin … even when a person is allergic to the substance. Has had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ). Has had positive …
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… Overview Many insects, such as the following, cause mild reactions: Bedbugs . Kissing bugs . Chiggers . Fleas . … Lice . Some insects are more likely than others to cause allergic or toxic reactions. A bee leaves its stinger behind … conditions after an insect or spider bite or sting: A severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) A toxic reaction A …
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… para-phenylenediamine (PPD) because of the risk of an allergic reaction. Health Canada encourages everyone to report … to their local health unit. The risk of developing a severe allergic reaction to henna increases after an episode …
Medications
… about this product and your specific health needs. Warning Severe (sometimes fatal) reactions have occurred in people while receiving cetuximab. … higher if you have a history of tick bites or have a severe allergic reaction to meat (such as beef, pork). Before …
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… Shot to a Child Actionset Overview If your child has had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) in the past, you know how …
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… an Epinephrine Shot Actionset Overview If you have had a severe allergic reaction ( anaphylaxis ) in the past, you know how …
Medications
… needs. Warning Panitumumab has caused very serious skin reactions, which can sometimes lead to serious infections. … swelling ankles/feet unusual weakness irregular heartbeat severe muscle spasms mouth sores signs of eye problems (such … has caused very serious infusion reactions, including an allergic reaction. Get medical help right away if you …
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… in which small doses of substances to which you are allergic ( allergens ) are injected under your skin. Over … slightly each time, unless you have a serious allergic reaction . After 4 to 6 months of weekly shots, the dose … But people who have asthma may be at increased risk for a severe reaction ( anaphylaxis ) to the shots and, possibly, …
Medications
… substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. Bilastine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat … serious side effects, including: fast/irregular heartbeat severe dizziness fainting A very serious allergic reaction …
Medications
… can rarely cause a very serious (sometimes fatal) allergic reaction. This reaction has occurred after the first dose or … treatment. The risk is greater if you have a history of severe allergies to other medications or to foods. Your …
