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Anaphylaxis is an acute multi-system severe hypersensitivity reaction. It occur in response to an allergen. Common triggers include insect bites or stings, foods, medication and latex rubber.

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Wikipedia: Anaphylaxis - Encyclopedia article on this acute multi-system severe hypersensitivity reaction. NHS Choices: Anaphylaxis - Provides information on this severe allergic reaction. Includes details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment. Tips to Remember: Anaphylaxis - Information on this condition provided by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology. Patient Information: Anaphylaxis Symptoms and Diagnosis - Factsheet providing an overview, symptoms, triggers, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment. Emergency Treatment of Anaphylactic Reactions - Guidelines for healthcare professionals provided by the Resuscitation Council (UK). eMedecine: Anaphylaxis - Article by Stephen F Kemp, MD, FACP on this acute multiorgan system reaction caused by the release of chemical mediators from mast cells and basophils.

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