Angioedema is a histamine- or bradykinin-mediated response that can be acquired, hereditary, or idiopathic. Manifestations include…
Tag: Allergic/Immunologic
What’s Your Diagnosis? Angioedema in the ED
Welcome to this month’s What’s Your Diagnosis Challenge! But before we begin, check to see if…
What’s Your Diagnosis? Management of Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis in the ED
Welcome to this month’s What’s Your Diagnosis Challenge! But before we begin, check to see if…
Penicillin Cephalosporin Cross-Reactivity
According to the CDC: The Northwesten Medicine Antimicrobial Stewardship Program created a B-lactam allergy side chain…
What’s Your Diagnosis? A 6-Month-Old Boy Who Presents With Poor Weight Gain
Welcome to this month’s What’s Your Diagnosis Challenge! Case Presentation: a 6-month-old boy who presents with…
Pitfalls To Avoid With Septic Arthritis And Osteomyelitis In Pediatric Patients
Septic arthritis and osteomyelitis often present with a subacute course of illness and vague signs and…