Anaphylaxis
Anaphylaxis is a rare, but severe and potentially life threatening allergic reaction that is classed as a medical emergency requiring immediate treatment. The most common triggers of anaphylaxis are:
• insect bites, especially wasps and bees
• food allergies e.g. peanuts or shellfish.
• certain medications such as antibiotics.
• vaccinations
Summary
As discussed in this module the incidences of allergy are increasing as our lives and habits change therefore it is important that you understand the most common allergies. There are no cures for allergies but there are effective treatments therefore it is important that you are able to provide advice to help customers manage their symptoms.
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Eucerin AtoControl
Atopic Dermatitis is a very common, chronic skin condition that affects adults, children and babies. Skin on the face and body is very dry and irritated. Typically Atopic Dermatitis has two phases, active (also known as ‘flare-ups’ and inactive. It is important to protect skin during inactive phases to help prolong the periods between active phases. Eucerin AtoControl is a range of dermo cosmetic products that care for dry and irritated skin and are also suitable for use on atopic skin during inactive phases and even when flare-ups occur. Each has been clinically and dermatologically proven to reduce dryness, scaling and tightness while relieving itching and all are proven to be compatible with atopic skin.
The Daily Care lotions and creams contain a combination of Omega- 6-fatty acids and Licorice extract to replenish skin, restoring its natural barrier and making it more resilient. As well as hydrating skin intensively, these products reduce roughness, itch and tightness.
The Active Care range includes Eucerin’s new AtoControl Acute Care Cream. Its skin caring properties intensively care for the skin during flare-up phases. AtoControl Acute Care Cream is not a pharmaceutical product and is not meant to replace one.