immunology allergic disorders
Anaphylaxis
Etiology of Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is typically triggered by Drugs (eg, beta-lactam antibiotics,insulin, streptokinase, allergen extracts) Foods (eg, nuts, eggs, seafood) Proteins (eg, tetanus antitoxin, blood transfusions) Animal venoms Latex Peanut and latex allergens may be airborne. Occasionally, exercise or cold exposure can trigger or contribute to an anaphylactic reaction. History of atopy does not increase risk of anaphylaxis but increases risk of death when anaphylaxis occurs. 