Mercedes E. Arroliga, Lily C. Pien
Abstract
A history of allergy to penicillin does not necessarily rule out using penicillin again. With skin testing and, in some cases, desensitization, most patients with a history of penicillin allergy can safely receive the drug.
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A history of allergy to penicillin does not necessarily rule out using penicillin again. With skin testing and, in some cases, desensitization, most patients with a history of penicillin allergy can safely receive the drug.
Key concepts: Penicillin allergy, Medicine, Penicillin, Desensitization (medicine), Allergy, Antibiotics, Dermatology, Intensive care medicine