Discharge management after anaphylaxis

Abstract

People who have suffered from anaphylaxis often experience far-reaching consequences in everyday life. Unfortunately, discharge management after successful acute treatment is often still inadequate. In order to prevent further reactions in the future and improve the patient’s quality of life, there are several points that should be addressed or followed upon discharge from acute treatment. These include taking a detailed medical history to identify potential triggers, documenting the acute therapy, recommending further allergological assessment and prescribing an emergency kit for self-help including an adrenaline auto-injector—with education and practice on how to use it, including a written emergency plan. In addition, recommendations for avoiding potential triggers and information on patient organizations are helpful. This article aims to provide an up-to-date overview of discharge management after successful acute treatment of anaphylaxis. Remember: “After anaphylaxis also means potentially before the next anaphylaxis.”