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ALLERGIC REACTION TREATMENT
Allergic Reaction Treatment

Anaphylaxis Treatment

While some allergic reactions may be minor and can be treated with over-the-counter antihistamines, anaphylaxis requires professional treatment right away. Every second counts when these severe reactions occur, as airways and breathing can become compromised. 

Symptoms of anaphylaxis are similar to those encountered with a minor reaction. However, these become much more amplified. Even if your child isn’t currently diagnosed with any allergies, you should immediately seek medical attention if he or she experiences any combination of these symptoms:
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  • Coughing or wheezing 
  • Pain or chest tightness
  • Itchy sensations, hives, rashes, or red skin
  • Sudden runny or stuffy nose and sneezing
  • Swollen tongue or throat/neck
  • Trouble breathing or shortness of breath
  • Trouble swallowing 
  • Vomiting 

Don’t Delay! Seek Medical Attention Right Away

If your child has known allergies and has an EpiPen® (or other epinephrine injector), you should administer this right away. Depending on the severity of the reaction, you may need to call for emergency medical assistance. 

Pediatric Urgent Care of Rochester, serving the Rochester, Webster, Henrietta, Irondequoit, Greece, Chili, Spencerport, Fairport, and Brockport, NY areas, is well equipped to manage anaphylaxis as well as other cases of allergic reactions. If your child does require an EpiPen® in an emergent situation, do not delay in administering this life saving medication. We are here to assist you in situations which may require stabilization, further medication administration and the required observation time necessary for your child to fully recuperate.
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