Have you ever wondered what's really happening during an allergic reaction? What is really causing:

• Hives
• Swelling
• Trouble breathing 
• Vomiting
• Low blood pressure
• High heart rate

This episode tells how allergy cells - specifically mast cells - send out their cannonballs (ahem, degranulate) to wreak the havoc that is anaphylaxis.

Visit Food Allergy and Your Kiddo to learn more about anaphylaxis and other food allergy issues!

~ Dr. Hoyt

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