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Does Hafiz need a referral for allergy testing?
Hafiz, a 13-month-old, developed a rash and swelling around their mouth after eating peanut butter, displaying signs of a potential IgE-mediated food allergy. What are the next steps for Hafiz?
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Once anaphylaxis has been identified, immediate treatment is required to stop the allergic cascade from producing histamines, prostaglandins and cytokines, and manage the effects of these agents. Management will include immediate treatment, refractory management and post crisis management.
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