A Case of Ischemic Colitis after Bee Venom-induced Anaphylaxis.
- Author:
Sung Hoon KIM
1
;
Koon Hee HAN
;
Jong Kyu PARK
;
Sang Jin LEE
;
Young Don KIM
;
Woo Jin JEONG
;
Gil Hyun KANG
;
Gab Jin CHEON
Author Information
1. Department of Internal Medicine, Gangneung Asan Hospital, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Gangneung, Korea. gi@gnah.co.kr
- Publication Type:Case Report
- Keywords:
Anaphylaxis;
Bee venom;
Ischemic colitis
- MeSH:
Abdominal Pain;
Anaphylaxis;
Bee Venoms;
Bees;
Bites and Stings;
Cardiovascular System;
Colitis, Ischemic;
Diarrhea;
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage;
Hymenoptera;
Hypersensitivity;
Korea;
Latex;
Muscle Cramp;
Nausea;
Vomiting
- From:Korean Journal of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
2011;42(3):175-178
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:Korean
-
Abstract:
Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction, presenting with various clinical symptoms. The most common etiologies of anaphylactic reactions include allergic responses to food, medications, latex, and Hymenoptera stings. In its classic form, anaphylaxis typically involves the cutaneous, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Gastrointestinal symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and cramping abdominal pain, can occur transiently but mucosal lesions are rarely detected. We recently experienced a case of ischemic colitis presenting with hematochezia after bee venom-induced anaphylactic shock. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case in Korea. We report the case with a review of the literature.
