What is a Type 1 hypersensitivity reaction?

Type I hypersensitivity is also known as an immediate reaction and involves immunoglobulin E (IgE) mediated release of antibodies against the soluble antigen. This results in mast cell degranulation and release of histamine and other inflammatory mediators.

What are the characteristics of Type 1 hypersensitivity?

Clinical signs of type I hypersensitivity responses that occur after vaccine administration include facial or periorbital edema, urticaria, cutaneous hyperemia, generalized pruritus, salivation, hypotensive shock, tachypnea, vomiting, diarrhea, collapse, and even death (Figure 12-3).

What is a Type 2 hypersensitivity reaction?

Type II hypersensitivity reaction is a form of immune-mediated reaction in which antibodies are directed against cellular or extracellular matrix antigens. This antibody-mediated response leads to cellular destruction, functional loss, or damage to tissues.

Is Type 1 hypersensitivity autoimmune?

Type I hypersensitivity (or immediate hypersensitivity) is an allergic reaction provoked by re-exposure to a specific type of antigen referred to as an allergen. Type I is distinct from type II, type III and type IV hypersensitivities….

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What are the signs and symptoms of hypersensitivity?

What are the symptoms of hypersensitivity syndrome?

  • a pink or red rash with or without pus-filled bumps or blisters.
  • scaly, flaky skin.
  • fever.
  • facial swelling.
  • swollen or tender lymph nodes.
  • swollen saliva glands.
  • dry mouth.
  • abnormalities in your white blood cell counts.

What is the difference between type1 and type 4 hypersensitivity?

Type I: reaction mediated by IgE antibodies. Type II: cytotoxic reaction mediated by IgG or IgM antibodies. Type III: reaction mediated by immune complexes. Type IV: delayed reaction mediated by cellular response.

What is Type 3 hypersensitivity reaction?

In type III hypersensitivity reaction, an abnormal immune response is mediated by the formation of antigen-antibody aggregates called “immune complexes.” They can precipitate in various tissues such as skin, joints, vessels, or glomeruli, and trigger the classical complement pathway.

What is an example of type 3 hypersensitivity?

Examples of type III hypersensitivity reactions include drug-induced serum sickness, farmer’s lung and systemic lupus erythematosus.