What Are Some Possible Bad Reactions to Allergy Skin Tests?
Bad reactions to allergy skin tests are rare, but they can happen. In particular, it is possible for the small amount of allergen in the skin to set off an attack of asthma, and, even more rarely, a period of dangerously low blood pressure, called an anaphylactic reaction. Because allergy skin testing involves these risks, although very small, you will be asked to give written permission on a “consent form” prior to the testing, and you will be asked to stay under our medical observation for 1-2 hours after testing to ensure that no delayed reactions occur.
