Skin-prick-test-induced anaphylaxis.

Novembre, E; Bernardini, R; Bertini, G; Massai, G; Vierucci, A · Allergy · 1995

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

An anaphylactic reaction occurred in a 57-year-old man after a prick by prick test with fresh kiwi and in a 29-year-old man after prick tests with some species of fish. Both patients had a history of anaphylaxis after ingestion of kiwi and fish, respectively. These cases suggest that, especially in patients with a history of anaphylaxis, all efforts should be made to minimize the risk of systemic reactions, and skin prick testing should be performed only in places equipped to treat anaphylaxis.

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