Allergy symptoms can range from mild to severe. Mild symptoms might include itchy eyes, sneezing, and a runny nose. Severe symptoms can cause difficulty breathing, which may be life threatening. Keep in mind that it is the immune system and not the allergen that causes the allergy symptoms. Allergy symptoms can be treated with medications such as antihistamines. Severe allergic reactions may require an injection of the hormone epinephrine. These treatments lessen or counter the immune system’s response.
Jane and his friends Sue and Jim decided to have a picnic. Sue was sneezing and her eyes were itching but her friends were fine and enjoyed their meal. As they were packing up a bee stung Jim and his throat started to swell and he was having trouble breathing.
Who would benefit from epinephrine?