Anaphylaxis Treatment in India
About Anaphylaxis
Key Highlights
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Immediate, life-saving intervention for a severe allergic emergency.Rapid administration of epinephrine is the definitive first-line treatment.Comprehensive management of airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs).Specialist coordination for identifying the specific allergen trigger.Development of a personalized, long-term anaphylaxis action plan.
Who is this surgery for?
- Sudden onset of symptoms like difficulty breathing, wheezing, or throat tightness.
- Significant swelling of the lips, tongue, or face (angioedema).
- Widespread hives (urticaria) or skin redness and itching.
- Rapid drop in blood pressure leading to dizziness, fainting, or shock.
- Gastrointestinal symptoms such as severe cramping, vomiting, or diarrhea following allergen exposure.
- Known exposure to a common trigger like certain foods, insect stings, medications, or latex.
How to prepare
- No preparation is possible as anaphylaxis is an unforeseen emergency.
- For individuals with known severe allergies, preparation involves always carrying a prescribed epinephrine auto-injector.
- Wearing a medical alert bracelet identifying the allergy is crucial.
- Informing family, friends, and coworkers about the allergy and how to use the auto-injector.
- Having an updated Anaphylaxis Emergency Action Plan reviewed by your doctor.
Risks & possible complications
- Delay in epinephrine administration can lead to respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or death.
- Potential side effects from epinephrine, including rapid heartbeat, anxiety, trembling, and headache.
- Risk of a biphasic reaction, where symptoms return hours after initial treatment.
- Complications from prolonged low blood pressure, such as organ damage.
- Psychological impact, including anxiety about future reactions (post-anaphylaxis anxiety).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate observation in a hospital setting for 4-24 hours to monitor for biphasic reactions.
- Complete rest is advised as the body recovers from the systemic stress.
- Avoidance of the identified allergen is absolutely essential.
- Follow-up appointment with an allergist or internist for comprehensive allergy testing.
- Prescription for and training on how to use an epinephrine auto-injector for future emergencies.
- Psychological support may be recommended to cope with the trauma of the event.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
1-2 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering anaphylaxis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for anaphylaxis in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform anaphylaxis. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for anaphylaxis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Anaphylaxis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing anaphylaxis.
Ghaziabad, India
43 Doctors
Priya Jones, a 28-year-old software developer...
Priya Jones, a 28-year-old software developer with a history of mild seasonal allergies, experienced her first anaphylactic reaction after eating a dessert containing cashews at a friend's wedding. Within minutes, she developed intense itching, hives across her chest, swelling of her lips, and a feeling of tightness in her throat accompanied by lightheadedness. A friend recognized the severity and called 911. In the Emergency Department, the attending Internal Medicine physician diagnosed anaphylaxis to tree nuts. The doctor immediately recommended and administered intramuscular epinephrine, along with supplemental oxygen, IV fluids, and antihistamines. Priya felt a rapid improvement in her breathing and the swelling began to subside. She was observed for four hours to monitor for a biphasic reaction and discharged with a prescription for an epinephrine auto-injector and a referral to an allergist. Emotionally, Priya was terrified during the event, feeling her body betray her in a public setting. Afterward, she felt vulnerable but empowered with her auto-injector and a clear action plan, determined to manage her new diagnosis proactively.
Internal Medicine Specialists for Anaphylaxis
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform anaphylaxis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 41 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore
- 11 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
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- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
- 22 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 16 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Whitefield, Bangalore
- 32 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 18 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 14 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 8 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Patiala, Patiala
- 13 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 9 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, vijayawada
- 43 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 36 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, Bangalore
- 23 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 21 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune
- 15 Years Experience
- Internal Medicine Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore