Sunday, August 7, 2011

Symptoms Of Penicillin Allergy

Many people who report penicillin allergy is not true allergies. They may have had a reaction to penicillin, such as some types of eczema, but not all reactions are allergies. Symptoms of penicillin allergy are:

Hives

Eruption

Itching skin

Whistle

Lips, tongue or face (angioedema)

Anaphylactic

The most severe allergic reactions to penicillin is an anaphylactic (an-uh-LAK-tik-FUH) response, which can be fatal. Anaphylactic reactions develop immediately after exposure to penicillin in people sensitive. Signs and symptoms include:

Difficulty breathing

Whistle

Reduced pressure

Swelling of the throat or tongue

Dizziness

Coma

Weak and rapid pulse

When to see a doctor

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you or anyone else is having an anaphylactic reaction.

If you have less severe reactions after taking penicillin, tell your doctor. If possible, ask your doctor when the allergic reaction. This will help make a diagnosis.

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