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What can an allergist/immunologist offer?

  • An allergist/immunologist is the most appropriate individual to evaluate people without a known cause for their episode of anaphylaxis.
  • An allergist/immunologist employs specific methods for the diagnosis and management of food allergies that can cause anaphylaxis.
  • An allergist/immunologist can perform the evaluations necessary for the diagnosis of exercise-induced anaphylaxis.

The AAAAI suggests patients use the following checklist on the next visit to their allergist/immunologist:

If you have an anaphylactic reaction after eating a food, it is essential that you have someone take you to the emergency room, even if symptoms subside. For proper diagnosis and treatment, make sure to get follow-up care from an allergist/immunologist.
You may also want to wear a special bracelet or necklace that identifies you as having a severe allergy. These tags can also supply other important information about your medical condition.
Anaphylaxis is a "systemic reaction," which means various parts of the body are affected that are a distance from the allergen's initial entry site (insect sting, or stomach for foods). Know that symptoms range from hives, to trouble breathing, loss of consciousness and nausea.
Ask for a demonstration, or review how to properly use an Epi-penŽ.
Make sure an Epi-penŽ is with an allergic child, or his or her teacher or school nurse and that they all know how to use it.

Print off a PDF checklist

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