Drug Allergy
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A drug allergy is an immune system reaction to a medication that the body identifies as harmful. It can appear shortly after taking the drug or with some delay.
Common symptoms:
- Hives, redness, or itching on the skin
- Swelling of the lips, eyelids, or face
- In more serious cases, difficulty breathing
When to see a doctor? Any reaction after taking a medication warrants an evaluation; if there is difficulty breathing or significant swelling, care should be immediate.
Which specialist treats it? The allergist is the professional who studies this type of reaction; the dermatologist evaluates the skin manifestations, and the pediatrician provides guidance in childhood. Identifying with a specialist which drug causes it is key to preventing new reactions.
Data on 163 doctors who treat drug allergy
Which specialist treats drug allergy?
Drug allergy is evaluated by an allergist, who identifies the responsible medication and advises on safe alternatives; in children, a pediatrician can be the first point of contact. You can book the right specialist if you have a reaction after taking a medication.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in drug allergy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Frequently asked questions
What is drug allergy?
A drug allergy is an immune system reaction to a medication that the body identifies as harmful. It can appear shortly after taking the drug or with some delay.
Which doctor treats drug allergy?
Drug allergy is evaluated by an allergist, who identifies the responsible medication and advises on safe alternatives; in children, a pediatrician can be the first point of contact. You can book the right specialist if you have a reaction after taking a medication.