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Chapter 4
Treatment
Introduction
Many of us have received conflicting information about how to treat allergic reactions. This may be, in part, because of how guidelines have changed over time. Doctors continue to learn more about anaphylaxis as more data on the most effective treatments emerges. You may have also heard about potential “cures” for allergies. While there is a lot of research being done, and there are many interesting ideas out there, there is currently no cure. We will, however, talk a bit about what is being tried and what may work in the future.
In terms of current treatment for anaphylaxis, epinephrine auto-injectors are the way to go. Epinephrine first. Period. There should be no “wait-and-see” approach, no treating with an anti- histamine first, and no chugging of water with the hope that the reaction will subside.
