Is allergic reaction same as an asthma episode ?
Allergic Reaction is not the same as an Asthma episode. People with food allergies do not necessarily have asthma. People with asthma may not have food allergies. A severe allergic reaction involving the immune system can result in difficulty with breathing because of obstruction of the upper airway. This should not be confused with an asthma episode. An asthma episode occurs because changes such as inflammation and bronchoconstriction cause breathing difficulties. Consultation with a physician is necessary to determine if a person has asthma, food allergies, or both asthma and food allergies.
