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anaphylaxis

Life threatening type 1 hypersensitivity allergic reaction (see allergy) occurring in a person or animal exposed to an antigen or hapten to which they have previously been sensitized.

Note: Consequences of the reaction may include angio-edema, vascular collapse, shock, and respiratory distress.

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