Non-Food Allergy - Africanized honeybee: An Africanized honeybee allergy is an adverse reaction by the body's immune system to an Africanized honeybee sting. Multiple stings increase the risk of a severe reaction or death. The body's immune system produces immunoglobulin E (IgE - an antibody) and histamine in response to contact with the allergen. The specific symptoms that can result can vary amongst patients. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Non-Food Allergy - Africanized honeybee is available below.
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Prognosis for Non-Food Allergy - Africanized honeybee: Prognosis depends on the severity of the allergy with severe cases resulting in anaphylactic shock within minutes of being stung.
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