Anaphylaxis is a surprisingly common condition, with 1-in-300 people in the UK expected to have at least one episode in their lifetime. It is a condition that can occur rapidly in an otherwise healthy individual, with potentially fatal consequences. Primary care clinicians may be involved in all stages of management from immediate recognition and emergency treatment, to provision of repeat prescriptions and organisation of long-term follow up. It is, therefore, important that GPs understand the implications and management of anaphylaxis.
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