Lethal Food-Induced Anaphylaxis in Children

Arnaldo Cantani*

Despite careful contributions, food allergic children have a significant risk of anaphylactic episodes. Especially at risk are children not accompanied by parents or caregivers in public places, or restaurants, or not provided with injectable epinephrine. We shortly report two children and conclude that parents should be provided with medication for emergency reatment.

Keywords: Children; Anaphylaxis; Epinephrine; Public places; Restaurants

Published on: Aug 19, 2015 Pages: 25-27

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