Recurrent anaphylaxis to a depot form of GnRH analogue.
Experience with depot forms of hormonal preparations suggests that severe adverse reactions are infrequent and immediate hypersensitivity reactions are rare. We report a case of recurrent anaphylaxis to a depot form of GnRH analogue requiring both acute and chronic management.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii.
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D000328:Adult; D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D003692:Delayed-Action Preparations; D004630:Emergencies; D004715:Endometriosis / Q000188:drug therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D016729:Leuprolide / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012882:Skin Tests; D013997:Time Factors; D014594:Uterine Neoplasms / Q000188:drug therapy
D003692:Delayed-Action Preparations; D016729:Leuprolide