ANAPHYLAXIS IN PREGNANT WOMEN

Abstract

Anaphylaxis during pregnancy is rare, but serious condition for pregnant
woman and her fetus. In the beginning of pregnancy, the common anaphylaxis triggers are similar to the anaphylaxis triggers in the general population. In the end of pregnancy and during delivery, most common causes of anaphylaxis are medications (penicillin and other β-lactam antibiotic). Diagnosis of anaphylaxis during pregnancy is based on common criteria of anaphylaxis, however, here are typical signs and symptoms for pregnant women, such as intense vaginal itching during pregnancy, low back pain, painful uterine cramps, signs of preterm delivery. Anaphylaxis during pregnancy can cause common complications of anaphylaxis. In addition, during pregnacy it can cause irreversible changes in the central nervous system of fetus and higher perinatal death. This article will review features of first aid for pregnant woman during anaphylaxis. In such cases, it is important to ensure pregnant women vital signs and use fetal monitoring.