anaphylactic shock

US /ˌæn.ə.fɪˈlæk.tɪk ˈʃɑːk/
UK /ˌæn.ə.fɪˈlæk.tɪk ˈʃɑːk/
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shock anafiláctico

a severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reaction that can occur very quickly, characterized by a sudden drop in blood pressure, difficulty breathing, and swelling of the face, throat, and tongue

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After being stung by a bee, he went into anaphylactic shock and needed immediate medical attention.
Después de ser picado por una abeja, entró en shock anafiláctico y necesitó atención médica inmediata.
People with severe allergies often carry an epinephrine auto-injector to treat anaphylactic shock.
Las personas con alergias graves a menudo llevan un autoinyector de epinefrina para tratar el shock anafiláctico.