What Anaphylaxis Really Is
Anaphylaxis is a sudden, systemic allergic reaction where the immune system mistakes something harmless for a mortal threat. Its unpredictability is terrifying: a food, medication, or pollen you’ve tolerated for decades can suddenly trigger collapse. When the body decides to break its silence, it does so with overwhelming force.
The Warning Signs
Hives: Often the first clue, spreading across the skin.
