Life Threatening Allergies
What is a Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction or Anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis (a-na-fi-LAX-is) is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur quickly (as fast as within a couple of minutes). Symptoms of anaphylaxis vary, but can include hives, itching, flushing, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and roof of the mouth. The airway is often affected, resulting in tightness of the throat, chest tightness and difficulty breathing. These reactions can also be accompanied by chest pain, low blood pressure, dizziness and headaches. Anaphylaxis can be caused by a number of triggers including but not limited to certain foods, stinging and biting insects, medications and latex.
Hingham Public Schools Allergy Management Policy
If your child has been diagnosed with a Life Threatening Allergy the following must be provided prior to the start of school:
What is a Life-Threatening Allergic Reaction or Anaphylaxis?
Anaphylaxis (a-na-fi-LAX-is) is a life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur quickly (as fast as within a couple of minutes). Symptoms of anaphylaxis vary, but can include hives, itching, flushing, and swelling of the lips, tongue, and roof of the mouth. The airway is often affected, resulting in tightness of the throat, chest tightness and difficulty breathing. These reactions can also be accompanied by chest pain, low blood pressure, dizziness and headaches. Anaphylaxis can be caused by a number of triggers including but not limited to certain foods, stinging and biting insects, medications and latex.
Hingham Public Schools Allergy Management Policy
If your child has been diagnosed with a Life Threatening Allergy the following must be provided prior to the start of school:
- A physician and parent signed Allergy Action Plan
- A clear 2 X 2 photo of child's face
- An unexpired Epi-Pen in a pharmacy labeled box
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