Allergies and Anaphylaxis

Guest: James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D. (@jameslimd) 

Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD) 

The topic of anaphylaxis is reviewed including its causes, management and potential complications by James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D., an allergist from the Division of Allergic Disease from the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include the following:

• Truths vs. myths regarding anaphylaxis 
• Common manifestations and presentations of anaphylaxis 
• Triggers which more commonly produce an anaphylactic reaction 
• Anaphylaxis in patients without a history of allergies 
• When to use antihistamines in treating an allergic reaction 
• When and how to prescribe epinephrine in treating patients with a history of allergic reactions 
• Issues related to epinephrine auto-injectors 
• Natural history of allergies over time 
• Developments in peanut allergies 
• Management of an anaphylactic reaction 

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