Archives de pédiatrie : organe officiel de la Sociéte française de pédiatrie
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Anaphylactic shock is a life-threatening allergic reaction with cardiovascular collapse. The cardiovascular collapse may occur suddenly without warning signs or may be preceded by symptoms such as pruritus, wheezing, dyspnea, urticaria, pallor, digestive symptoms, and weakness. ⋯ Subsequent avoidance of the inciting allergens is mandatory together with the availability of a first aid kit including ready-to-use epinephrine syringes. Besides its absolute necessity in any doctor's office, such first aid kits should be available in any children's group.