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Anaphylaxis - Full Details and Treatment

Note on your query: "Kandedisis" appears to be a phonetic spelling of candidiasis (fungal infection), and "spin disorder" may refer to a spinal condition. However, these are not combined with anaphylaxis as a single recognized syndrome. I have interpreted your query as primarily asking about anaphylaxis in full detail. If you meant something different, please clarify.

Definition

Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening, systemic hypersensitivity reaction that occurs rapidly after exposure to an allergen. It involves activation of mast cells and basophils, leading to massive release of inflammatory mediators (histamine, tryptase, leukotrienes, prostaglandins) that cause multi-organ dysfunction.

Epidemiology

Estimated to occur in roughly 2% of the worldwide population and up to 5% in the United States
Fatal anaphylaxis is rare, representing less than 1% of cases
Prevalence and hospital admissions have increased over the past two decades
Food-induced fatalities increasing in Australia; medication-induced fatalities increasing in North America

Risk Factors

Who is at higher risk of having anaphylaxis:

Pregnant women, infants, teenagers, elderly
History of atopy (genetic predisposition to allergic disease)
Higher socioeconomic status
Seasonal: summer and fall (outdoor seasons)
Emotional stress, acute infection, physical exertion
History of mastocytosis
Parenteral route of drug administration (higher risk than oral)

Risk factors for increased severity and mortality:

Extremes of age (very young: under-recognition; elderly: reduced physiologic reserve)
Comorbid cardiovascular disease (heart failure, ischemic heart disease, hypertension)
Pulmonary disease (asthma, obstructive airway disease)
Concurrent use of beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors (worsen severity)
Concurrent use of cognition-impairing drugs (alcohol, sedatives)
Upright posture at onset of symptoms
Recent prior anaphylaxis episode

Common Triggers

IgE-Dependent (Immunologic)

Category	Examples
Foods	Peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, cow's milk, eggs, soy, mammalian meats (alpha-gal, after tick bite)
Medications	Antibiotics (penicillin, cephalosporins), NSAIDs, chemotherapeutic agents, immunomodulators
Insect stings	Hymenoptera venoms (wasps, bees, ants), fire ant stings
Natural rubber latex	Gloves, medical equipment, balloons, condoms
Hormones	Insulin, methylprednisolone, estradiol, progesterone
Local anesthetics	Ester family (procaine, tetracaine, benzocaine)
Radiocontrast media (RCM)	Iodinated contrast agents
Aeroallergens	Pollen, dust, spores, pet dander

IgE-Independent (Immunologic)

RCM, NSAIDs, dextrans, monoclonal antibodies/immunomodulators

Non-Immunologic (Direct Mast Cell Activation)

Physical factors: exercise, cold, heat, sunlight
Ethanol, some opioids
Idiopathic (no trigger found in up to 60% of adults)

Important drug note: NSAIDs are the most common trigger of drug-induced anaphylaxis, acting through interruption of arachidonic acid metabolism (non-IgE mechanism). ACE inhibitors worsen angioedema by increasing bradykinin. Beta-blockers oppose the effects of epinephrine used in treatment.

Pathophysiology

Sensitization phase: On first allergen exposure, IgE antibodies are produced and bind to mast cells and basophils via high-affinity IgE receptors (FcεRI)
Activation phase: On re-exposure, the allergen cross-links IgE on mast cells/basophils, triggering degranulation
Mediator release: Massive release of:
- Preformed: Histamine, tryptase, heparin
- Newly synthesized: Prostaglandins, leukotrienes, platelet-activating factor
Systemic effects: Vasodilation, increased vascular permeability, bronchospasm, smooth muscle contraction, mucus secretion

Clinical Manifestations

Signs and symptoms usually begin suddenly within 60 minutes of exposure (often immediately). The faster the onset, the more severe the reaction - half of anaphylactic fatalities occur within the first hour.

System	Signs & Symptoms
Skin/Mucosa (80-90%)	Urticaria (hives), flushing, pruritus, angioedema
Respiratory	Stridor, wheezing, bronchospasm, dyspnea, laryngeal edema, oropharyngeal/throat fullness (50%), tongue swelling (1-2%)
Cardiovascular	Hypotension, tachycardia, cardiovascular collapse, syncope
GI	Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps
CNS	Dizziness, anxiety, confusion, loss of consciousness
ENT	Oropharyngeal fullness, nasal congestion, rhinorrhea, sneezing

Biphasic anaphylaxis: After initial symptoms abate, a second phase of mediator release (primarily leukotrienes) can peak 8-11 hours later, with clinical symptoms appearing 3-4 hours after the initial reaction clears. Incidence: ~4-5% in prospective studies (up to 20% in some reports). Severe anaphylaxis or need for repeated epinephrine increases biphasic risk.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis is clinical. Consider anaphylaxis when 2 or more body systems are involved, with or without hypotension or airway compromise.

Key diagnostic criteria (any of the following):

Acute onset of skin/mucosal symptoms PLUS respiratory compromise OR hypotension
Two or more of the following after allergen exposure: skin/mucosal involvement, respiratory compromise, hypotension, persistent GI cramps or vomiting
Hypotension after exposure to a known allergen

Differential diagnosis:

Vasovagal reaction (most common imitator - hypotension + bradycardia + pallor, unlike anaphylaxis which has tachycardia)
Myocardial ischemia/infarction
Severe acute asthma
Hereditary angioedema
Carcinoid syndrome
Mastocytosis
Epiglottitis, foreign body airway obstruction
Seizure

Lab tests are of minimal acute utility:

Serum tryptase: Elevated for several hours; useful for later confirmation, but poor sensitivity (1/3 of patients have normal levels)
Serum histamine: Elevated only 5-30 minutes after reaction, usually normal by ED arrival

Treatment

Immediate Management Algorithm

Step 1 - Epinephrine (FIRST LINE - given IMMEDIATELY)

Epinephrine is the sole first-line medication. Delay in administration is associated with increased hospitalization, hypoxic encephalopathy, and death. Despite guidelines, only ~30% of patients receive it in the prehospital setting.

Route	Adult Dose	Pediatric Dose
IM (preferred)	0.3-0.5 mg (0.3-0.5 mL of 1:1000) into vastus lateralis (lateral thigh)	0.01 mg/kg (max 0.5 mg) IM
EpiPen	0.3 mg auto-injector	EpiPen Jr 0.15 mg
IV bolus (if refractory)	100 mcg over 5-10 min (0.1 mL of 1:1000 in 10 mL NS)	-
IV infusion (cardiovascular collapse)	Start at 1 mcg/min; titrate as needed	0.1-0.3 mcg/kg/min; max 1.5 mcg/kg/min

Can be repeated every 5-10 minutes (up to 30% require more than one dose)
IM in the lateral thigh gives peak plasma levels in 8 minutes vs. subcutaneous (34 minutes)
Subcutaneous and inhalation routes are no longer recommended

Step 2 - Positioning

Hypotensive patients: supine with legs elevated
Airway difficulty/vomiting: comfortable position, elevate legs if possible
Pregnant women: left lateral decubitus (prevents vena cava compression)

Step 3 - Monitoring and Supportive Care

Continuous cardiac monitoring and pulse oximetry
IV access
Supplemental oxygen (titrate to SpO2 ≥90%)

Step 4 - IV Fluids

Normal saline or Lactated Ringer's: 1-2 L IV bolus in adults; 10-20 mL/kg bolus in children

Second-Line Medications (Adjuncts - do NOT replace epinephrine)

Drug	Adult Dose	Pediatric Dose
H1 Blocker - Diphenhydramine	25-50 mg IV/IM/PO every 6h	1 mg/kg IV/IM/PO every 6h
H2 Blocker - Ranitidine	50 mg IV over 5 min	0.5 mg/kg IV over 5 min
H2 Blocker - Cimetidine	300 mg IV	4-8 mg/kg IV
Hydrocortisone	250-500 mg IV	5-10 mg/kg IV (max 500 mg)
Methylprednisolone	80-125 mg IV	1-2 mg/kg IV (max 125 mg)
Prednisone (oral)	40-60 mg PO daily	1-2 mg/kg/day PO

Antihistamines and corticosteroids have no objective evidence of improving overall outcome in acute anaphylaxis. They are given as adjuncts only. Corticosteroids may reduce biphasic reactions.

For bronchospasm (add):

Albuterol (salbutamol) nebulized - standard bronchodilator doses

For patients on beta-blockers (refractory hypotension):

Glucagon: 1-5 mg IV (bypasses beta-receptor blockade)
Vasopressors: Norepinephrine, vasopressin, dopamine

Refractory Anaphylaxis Protocol (Box 106.4 - Pre-procedure prophylaxis for contrast-induced reactions)

Prednisone 50 mg PO at 13h, 7h, and 1h before procedure
Diphenhydramine 50 mg PO 1h before
Consider ephedrine 25 mg PO 1h before
Consider H2 antagonist (famotidine 20 mg PO) 3h before

Observation and Discharge

Observation:

All patients should be observed after treatment until symptoms fully resolve
Prolonged observation for: past history of severe reaction, beta-blocker use, lives alone, lives far from medical care, elderly, significant comorbidities (especially asthma)
Biphasic risk is highest in the first 8-11 hours

Discharge medications:

Antihistamines: Diphenhydramine 25-50 mg PO every 6-8h for 3-5 days
Corticosteroids: Prednisone 40-60 mg PO daily for 3-5 days (longer 1-2 weeks for idiopathic anaphylaxis to reduce relapses)
Epinephrine autoinjector (EpiPen) x 2 - prescribed for all patients; prescribe enough for multiple locations (home, car, work)

Discharge instructions:

Identify and avoid the triggering allergen
Wear medical alert identification (e.g., MedicAlert bracelet)
Education on how to use the autoinjector (less than 1/3 of patients can demonstrate correct use)
Switch patients on beta-blockers to a different therapeutic class
Referral to allergist for patients with severe or frequent reactions

Key Points Summary

Epinephrine IM is the only first-line drug - give it immediately, never delay
Lateral thigh (vastus lateralis) is the preferred injection site
Antihistamines and corticosteroids are second-line adjuncts only - they do NOT save lives acutely
Biphasic anaphylaxis can occur 3-4 hours after initial reaction - observe all patients
Beta-blockers and ACE inhibitors worsen severity and make treatment harder
Always prescribe an EpiPen at discharge and educate on its use

Sources: ROSEN's Emergency Medicine, Tintinalli's Emergency Medicine, Textbook of Family Medicine 9e, The Washington Manual of Medical Therapeutics

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