Severe Allergies
 Almost everyone suffers from some form of allergies, whether they are seasonal allergies or reactions to other environmental factors. While most are mild and prove to be nothing more than a nuisance for most people, some suffer from severe allergies that threaten their health on a much deeper level.
Also known as anaphylaxis, severe allergic reactions are a whole body response to an allergen that often has a very quick onset and can be deadly if not treated effectively and in a timely manner. The most common types of severe allergies often are those to foods and insect stings, and often have allergy symptoms such as:
- Vomiting
- Muscle pain
- Swelling
- Hives
- Difficulty breathing
- Trouble swallowing
- Sweating
- Blurred vision
The quickest and easiest way to address a severe allergic reaction is with an immediate injection of epinephrine, often from a syringe that's commonly referred to as an "epi pen". This can help slow or reduce the severity of the symptoms until proper medical attention can be obtained. Many health care providers recommend that people who suffer from severe allergies carry an epi pen with them at all times in the event that they experience an unexpected reaction.
The best way to avoid having a severe allergic reaction is to know what your allergies are and to avoid the allergens at all cost. Not only are these allergies scary, but they have the potential to be deadly in some cases without prompt intervention with an epi pen and medical attention. |
