GIM Question 28

You are called to assess a patient on your ward who is complaining of an itchy rash (that appears urticarial), facial flushing and diarrhea shortly after taking penicillin.

  1. What reaction is this?
  2. What are the possible symptoms of this particular reaction?
  3. How would you manage this?

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