anaphylactic shock
noun
: an often severe and sometimes fatal systemic reaction in a susceptible individual upon exposure to a specific antigen (such as wasp venom or penicillin) after previous sensitization that is characterized especially by respiratory symptoms, fainting, itching, and hives
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The consumption of 10 milligrams of sulfites per serving has been reported to elicit severe reactions in some asthmatics, according to the FDA, potentially resulting in anaphylactic shock, a life-threatening allergic reaction.
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
These drugs can result in anaphylactic shock, which can slow or halt breathing.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Jan. 2025
James, 4, has a nut allergy and went into anaphylactic shock at a restaurant.
—Sara Vallone, Miami Herald, 2 Feb. 2025
One patient went into anaphylactic shock and died after their first dose, however.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Jan. 2025
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Dan Perry, Newsweek, 19 Feb. 2025
These drugs can result in anaphylactic shock, which can slow or halt breathing.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Jan. 2025
James, 4, has a nut allergy and went into anaphylactic shock at a restaurant.
—Sara Vallone, Miami Herald, 2 Feb. 2025
One patient went into anaphylactic shock and died after their first dose, however.
—Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 28 Jan. 2025
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“Anaphylactic shock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anaphylactic%20shock. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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