Anaphylactic Shock
There is a huge range of severity when it comes to food allergies. Most food allergies result in stomach upset or a small rash. But for some people, eating just a small amount of a certain food can result in anaphylactic shock.
Anaphylactic shock is a severe, whole body allergic reaction that can result in death. Individuals that suffer from extremely severe allergies are often accidentally poisoned when others are preparing meals. If you or a loved one has been injured or killed from an anaphylactic reaction due to negligent preparation of food, contact the Atlanta personal injury lawyers of Webb, Wade, Taylor & Thompson, LLC at 770-631-1811.
What to Look For
It is important that you are well aware of the signs of anaphylactic shock in case it suddenly happens to someone near you. Acting fast is the only way to save a person who is going into anaphylactic shock. If the person is not immediately given an epi pen injection or taken to the closest hospital, they will likely suffocate and die. Look for signs or complaints of:
- Hives
- Itching of the mouth, throat, eyes skin
- Wheezing
- Nasal congestion
- Angioedema–this is the swelling of soft tissue which typically occur on the eyelids, face, lips and tongue
- Swelling of the tongue or throat
Contact Us
If you or a loved one was injured or killed from an anaphylactic reaction due to the negligent preparation of food, contact the experienced Atlanta personal injury lawyers of Webb, Wade, Taylor & Thompson, LLC for help. For more information, call 770-631-1811 today.
