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Tag: penicillin allergy
Researchers Reveal Link Between Penicillin Allergy Label and Severe Infections
Patients avoiding penicillin because of a suspected allergy to the antibiotic face a higher risk of developing either of two… Read more »
Why You May Be Wrong About Your Penicillin Allergy
Nearly 400 Americans die each year as a result of penicillin allergy. Though this statistic speaks to the seriousness of… Read more »
Penicillin Allergy Overstated, Leading to Serious Infections
A history of penicillin allergy results in 10 percent more days in hospital, and greater potential for severe infections.