There are four key symptoms which may herald the onset of anaphylaxis.
- Tingling and swelling of lips/eyes/face
- Itching/rash
- Tightening of the throat
- Difficult in breathing
Asthma is a significant risk fact for your patients with food allergy1
Reference: 1.McLean-Tooke APC, Bethune CA, Fay AC et al. Adrenaline in the treatment of anaphylaxis: what is the evidence BMJ 2003; 327: 1332-5.