Glucocorticoids induced allergic reaction.
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چکیده
Glucocorticoids can cause allergic reaction in rare cases. A ten year old boy, known asthmatic, was treated with intramuscular injection of glucocorticoids, followed by nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. His lips turned pale along with palpitation and light headache. His right eye lid and lower lip were swollen. Heart rate was 177/min, and BP was 66/46 mmHg,. Patient spontaneously improved and symptoms resolved. IV fluids bolus, antihistamines or epinephrine were not required. The case was seen in September 2012.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
دوره 63 12 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013