Treatment Overview. Brace (orthotic) treatment for scoliosis is used to prevent spinal curve progression and to maintain the appearance of the back. The goal of brace treatment is to prevent the curve from getting worse. Bracing does not correct a curve.
Slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis. The slow-reacting substance of anaphylaxis or SRS-A is a mixture of the leukotrienes LTC4, LTD4 and LTE4. Mast cells secrete it during the anaphylactic reaction, inducing inflammation. It can be found in basophils.
Anaphylaxis - a severe life-threatening allergic reaction that impairs breathing, causes a sudden drop in blood pressure and can send the body into shock - can occur within minutes of a sting. A dose of epinephrine (adrenaline), typically administered in an auto-injector, and immediate medical attention are required.