Allergies and Anaphylaxis

Guest: James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D. (@jameslimd)  Host: Darryl S. Chutka, M.D. (@ChutkaMD)  The topic of anaphylaxis is reviewed including its causes, management and potential complications by James T C Li, M.D., Ph.D., an allergist from the Division of Allergic Disease from the Mayo Clinic. Specific topics discussed include the following: Truths vs. myths regarding anaphylaxis  Common manifestations and presentations of anaphylaxis  Triggers which more commonly produce an anaphylactic reaction  Anaphylaxis in patients without a history of allergies  When to use antihistamines in treating an allergic reaction  When and how to prescribe epinephrine in treating patients with a history of allergic reactions  Issues related to epinephrine auto-injectors  Natural history of allergies over time  Developments in peanut allergies  Management of an anaphylactic reaction  Connect with the Mayo Clinic’s School of Continuous Professional Development online at https://ce.mayo.edu/ or on Twitter @MayoMedEd.