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In the above case the generalized signs should indicate that the disease is systemic.
 
In the above case the generalized signs should indicate that the disease is systemic.
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|q2=What pathologic mechanism(s) is involved?
 
|q2=What pathologic mechanism(s) is involved?
 
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Immediate type I hypersensitivity reaction.
 
Immediate type I hypersensitivity reaction.
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|l2=Type I Hypersensitivity
 
|q3=What is the treatment protocol?
 
|q3=What is the treatment protocol?
 
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The patient is best hospitalized for 12–24 hours for observation for further delayed or protracted reactions.
 
The patient is best hospitalized for 12–24 hours for observation for further delayed or protracted reactions.
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|l3=Anaphylaxis#Treatment
 
|q4=Which clinical signs would you expect if it were a cat?
 
|q4=Which clinical signs would you expect if it were a cat?
 
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Early signs in cats are different from those in dogs. Extreme pruritus of the head and respiratory distress due to upper airway obstruction by laryngeal edema, bronchoconstriction and increased mucus production are common.
 
Early signs in cats are different from those in dogs. Extreme pruritus of the head and respiratory distress due to upper airway obstruction by laryngeal edema, bronchoconstriction and increased mucus production are common.
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