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Describe anaphylactic shock in someone sensitive to peanuts?
The peanuts cause high levels of mast cell degranulation in the throats of these individuals. The histamine released increases vascular permeability, causing edema and (swelling), making breathing difficult. This must be treated with epinephrine as soon as possible.
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