Anaphylaxis Health Article

KEY TERMS

ACTH—Adrenocorticotropic hormone, a hormone normally produced by the pituitary gland, sometimes taken as a treatment for arthritis and other disorders.

Antibody—An immune system protein which binds to a substance from the environment.

NSAIDs—Non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs, including aspirin and ibuprofen.

Tracheostomy tube—A tube which is inserted into an incision in the trachea (tracheostomy) to relieve upper airway obstruction.