This device is used for the emergency treatment of anaphylactic shock, a type of allergic reaction that can be fatal in minutes. The EpiPen is an auto-injector that can be self-administered. This is the adult version containing 0.3 milligrams of adrenaline. Common allergens that can trigger anaphylaxis include the legume, peanuts (as in the background), tree nuts, seafood and wasp stings. The symptoms of anaphylaxis include local or systemic swelling, a drop in blood pressure and breathing difficulties. People who are susceptible to such attacks should carry adrenaline with them. | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Chillmaid, Martyn F. |
Taille de l’image : | 5110 px × 3420 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
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