Anaphylaxis (Pediatric) Disease Summary

Overview

Anaphylaxis is a serious generalized or systemic hypersensitivity reaction that is rapid in onset and potentially fatal.
Patient's age is not correlated with reaction severity and initial reaction to an allergen leading to anaphylaxis is unlikely when it comes to infants and toddlers.
Diagnosis can be made if it is acute in onset of minute to several hour duration that involves the skin, mucosal tissue or both plus having signs & symptoms either respiratory or cardiovascular compromise.
Prompt assessment and treatment are critical as death can ensue rapidly.

For further information regarding the management of Anaphylaxis (Pediatric), please refer to Disease Algorithm for the Treatment Guideline.