Anaphylaxis – important problem in allergology

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Radosław Gawlik
Małgorzata Wróbel-Rajzer

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Anaphylaxis is one of the most life-threatening allergic diseases. Early and correct diagnosis let implement effective therapy and prevent development of anaphylactic shock. The present paper describes the causes, evolution, course and prevention of anaphylaxis.


 

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Gawlik , R., & Wróbel-Rajzer , M. (2011). Anaphylaxis – important problem in allergology. Alergoprofil, 7(3), 15-20. Retrieved from https://journalsmededu.pl/index.php/alergoprofil/article/view/278
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