Definition of HONG KONG. 1. special administrative region China on SE coast E of mouth of Zhu River including Hong Kong Island, Jiulong Peninsula & New Territories, & nearby islands; formerly a British crown colony with Victoria as â area 424 square miles (1098 square kilometers), pop 6,708,389.2.. special administrative region China on SE coast E of mouth of Zhu River including Hong Kong Island, Jiulong Peninsula & New Territories, & nearby islands; formerly a British crown colony with Victoria as â area 424 square miles (1098 square kilometers), pop 6,708,389. 2.
Although the symptoms of an anaphylactic reaction usually occur within seconds to minutes after exposure to a trigger, some reactions can occur up to two hours after the exposure. Possible symptoms and signs of an anaphylactic reaction include: Skin symptoms: itching, flushing, hives, and swelling (angioedema) Gastrointestinal symptoms: abdominal pain, abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Respiratory symptoms: nasal congestion, runny nose, cough, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and wheezing. Cardiovascular symptoms: dizziness, lightheadedness, fast heart rate (tachycardia), and low blood pressure. Additionally, those affected often report a feeling of impending doom..
anaphylactic reaction anaphylaxis. anaphylactic shock a serious and profound state of shock brought about by hypersensitivity (anaphylaxis) to an allergen such as a drug, foreign protein, or toxin. Sometimes it occurs upon second injection of a patient with a previously injected serum or protein.