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My mother has developed several allergies. What do I need to do in case she encounters a severe allergic reaction?
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In cases of emergencies, make sure that you always have an EpiPen or an Auvi-Q ready at hand. Depending on the severity of the reaction, inject the epinephrine into your mother’s thigh as soon as possible after exposure to the allergen. This will help eliminate the allergen, if not reduce the effects. Even if your mother starts to feel better, it is important that you go to the emergency room to ensure that a doctor clears her. This is because symptoms of allergic reactions have a possibility of returning several hours later. Refer to our resources to learn more about how to respond to an allergic reaction.