Do you know how to use an adrenaline auto injector (AAI)? Even if you think you do, please have a quick scan and read of this blog post with updated guidelines from the Medicines & Health Regulatory Authority (MHRA). Click here to Read the new guidelines for using AAIs. What is anaphylaxis? With over 20% of the UK’s population affected by at least one allergy, … [Read more...]
20 lifesaving anaphylaxis tips
I came up with a top twenty list of lifesaving tips for a recent podcast recording for The Allergy Today Podcast but have since realised there are even more than 20! So here, as a bonus are ALL my tips, in no particular order... These things are really important, were you aware of all of them? Dial 999 and state ANAPHYLAXISIf in doubt inject! The drug, epinephrine … [Read more...]
How to use an EpiPen for anaphylaxis
Are you completely sure how to use your EpiPen if your or a friend of family member has an anaphylactic reaction? I had to use mine recently and in the stressful situation of an anaphylactic attack I panicked and was not sure what to do. I managed OK but it was very scary. Anaphylaxis can be very frightening, and you often go into shock and can forget what you should do. Get … [Read more...]