Los Angeles Allergist

Los Angeles Allergist

Alan Khadavi, MD, APC
  • Home
  • Meet Dr. Khadavi
  • Conditions We Treat
  • Your First Visit
  • Insurance Accepted
  • Allergy and Asthma Info
    • Asthma Info
    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergic Triggers
  • Blog
  • Media
  • Contact Us

9001 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 204
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone: 310-282-8822

16260 Ventura Blvd., Suite 140
Encino, CA 91436
Phone: 818-528-7776

January 3, 2014 by Alan Khadavi

Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis is a rare but severe allergic reaction. It occurs suddenly, can worsen quickly and can be deadly. Anaphylaxis happens after being exposed to a triggering agent. The agent leads to the release of normal body chemicals such as histamine that cause allergy symptoms. The first-line treatment for anaphylaxis is epinephrine.

How can I pinpoint my anaphylactic trigger?

Any substance or food you had contact with just before the start of the anaphylaxis attack is a possible trigger. Make a very detailed list, and take this list with you when you see your doctor. Many times an allergist can help you find the trigger of your anaphylaxis attack. Testing may include skin and/or blood tests.

Food is the most common trigger for anaphylaxis. Severe allergic reactions to foods such as peanuts, tree nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds and cashews), fish, shellfish, cow milk and eggs account for about half of all anaphylaxis cases and 100 U.S. deaths each year.

Stings from insects such as bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets and fire ants are the cause of about 500,000 allergy-related emergency room visits each year and at least 40 U.S. deaths from anaphylaxis.

Medications also can cause anaphylaxis, especially penicillin. Other commonly used medications that can trigger anaphylaxis include aspirin, anesthetics, antibiotics and pain relievers like ibuprofen.

Latex is also a common cause of anaphylaxis.

Filed Under: Blog

alan-khadavi
Dr. Alan Khadavi
Allergy & Asthma Specialist

Latest Posts

July 5, 2022

Itepekimab (Anti IL-33) & Brodalumab (Anti IL-25) for Asthma

Itepekimab and Brodalumab

June 18, 2022

Roflumilast and Tapinarof; Emerging Therapies for Atopic Dermatitis

roflumilast tapinarof

June 9, 2022

Avocado Allergy Comes in Many Flavors

avocado allergy

May 24, 2022

Lirentelimab study for Chronic Urticaria (Hives)

lirentelimab

May 24, 2022

Dupixent for EoE (Eosinophilic Esophagitis); FDA approved and New Dosing

dupixent for eoe

April 30, 2022

What are the best foods for Asthma?

best foods for asthma

April 26, 2022

Best Nasal Polyps Treatment

best nasal polyps treatment

April 19, 2022

Fasenra for Nasal Polyps, a new treatment option

fasenra for nasal polyps

April 19, 2022

Asivatrep a new topical treatment for Eczema

asivatrep cream

April 3, 2022

Kiwi Allergy can come in many flavors

Kiwi allergy

Read More Posts...

Follow Us…

© 2022 Allergy Los Angeles. All Rights Reserved · Log in · Return to top of page