In this episode, we talk about the latest research and guidelines for treating anaphylaxis, a serious allergic reaction. Drs. Matthew Greenhawt and Katherine Anagnostou explain:
- Symptoms of allergic reactions and what anaphylaxis means
- Why using epinephrine is important
- Why guidelines have evolved
- The research behind the first validated anaphylaxis action plan
- Details about how the plan provides a decision tree to help people decide course of action and provide prompt treatment of anaphylaxis.
Resources:
- Allergy Action Plan for the Treatment of Anaphylaxis (for Food, Drug, Stinging Insect, or Latex Allergy): https://aafa.org/allergyplan
- A Major Advancement in Allergy Care: New Anaphylaxis Definition and Guidance (blog): https://community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/blog/a-major-advancement-in-allergy-care-new-anaphylaxis-definition-and-guidance
- School Planning Resources for Parents: https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/living-with-food-allergies/planning-for-school/school-planning-resources-for-parents/
- Resources for School & Care Centers: https://kidswithfoodallergies.org/living-with-food-allergies/planning-for-school/resources-for-school-care-centers/[MC1] [MC2]
- Kids with Food Allergies (KFA) Online Support Community: https://community.kidswithfoodallergies.org/join
Disclosure: This episode was produced by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America and made possible in part by support from ARS Pharmaceuticals and the AmericanCollege of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. Its contents are solely the responsibility of AAFA and the guest speakers, and do not necessarily represent the official views of the sponsors or the employers of Dr. Anagnostou.
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