1. Plural of anaphylaxis; severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reactions that occur rapidly after exposure to an allergen.
Usage: Medical/scientific term; Always used in plural form in this entry; Singular form is 'anaphylaxis'

Examples

• Anaphylaxes to peanuts can occur within minutes of ingestion.
• The hospital emergency room is equipped to handle multiple anaphylaxes cases daily.
• Doctors study different anaphylaxes to better understand allergic mechanisms.
• Epinephrine auto-injectors are essential for people at risk of anaphylaxes.
• Anaphylaxes triggered by insect stings require immediate medical attention.