Title of article
Glucocorticoids induced allergic reaction
Author/Authors
Khan, Azeem Aga Khan University Hospital - Department of Paediatric Medicine, Pakistan , Siddiqui, Emad Uddin Aga Khan University Hospital - Department of emergency Medicine, Pakistan , Ahmed, Shakeel Aga Khan University Hospital - Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, Pakistan
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1547
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1548
Abstract
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.
Keywords
Allergic reaction , Glucocorticoids , Children.
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Record number
2652972
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