Exercise-Induced Anaphylaxis and Urticaria -- American Family Physician

www.aafp.org/afp AMERICAN FAMILY PHYSICIAN 1367 seafood, celery, wheat and cheese. A variant has been described in which seven members of the same family exhibited exercise-induced cutaneous, respiratory and occasional vascular symptoms that were attributed to exerciseinduced anaphylaxis. Because symptoms may vary greatly, many persons with exercise-induced anaphylaxis are unaware of their condition. Similarly, because it is a relatively rare condition, it often goes undiagnosed. Primary care physicians should be able to recognize and manage exerciseinduced anaphylaxis and help patients prevent the condition.