Exercise-induced anaphylaxis: A rare but serious allergic reaction to physical activity
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Shafqat Ahrar Jaigirdar
Summary
Exercise-induced anaphylaxis (EIA) is a rare but serious allergic reaction triggered by moderate to intense physical activity. First identified in the 1970s, EIA affects an estimated 2.3% to 5% of all anaphylaxis cases globally. Symptoms include intense itching, hives, difficulty breathing, and potentially life-threatening anaphylactic shock. The article explains the condition, its symptoms, triggers, and the importance of proper diagnosis and management for those affected.
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bskyExercise-induced anaphylaxis: A rare but serious allergic reaction to physical activitytheconversation.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledExercise-induced anaphylaxis (EIA) is a rarely heard of severe allergic reaction to moderate exercise.
It can cause intense itching all over the body, followed rapidly by an inability to breathe.
It's estimated that between 2.3% to 5% of all cases of anaphylaxis globally are triggered by exercise.
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