Not a manifestation of anaphylactic shock: CMC (Ludhiana) 11
**Core Concept**
Anaphylactic shock is a life-threatening, systemic allergic reaction that occurs within minutes of exposure to an allergen. It involves the release of histamine and other chemical mediators from mast cells, leading to vasodilation, increased vascular permeability, and a decrease in blood pressure.
**Why the Correct Answer is Right**
Anaphylactic shock manifests with symptoms such as hypotension, tachycardia, bronchospasm, wheezing, and urticaria (hives). These symptoms are all related to the increased histamine release and subsequent effects on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems. The key is to identify which option does not fit with these manifestations.
**Why Each Wrong Option is Incorrect**
**Option A:** Urticaria (hives) is a classic manifestation of anaphylactic shock due to increased histamine release and subsequent vasodilation and increased vascular permeability.
**Option B:** Bronchospasm is also a common symptom of anaphylactic shock, as histamine and other mediators cause smooth muscle contraction in the airways.
**Option C:** Tachycardia is another manifestation of anaphylactic shock, as the body attempts to compensate for the decreased blood pressure through increased heart rate.
**Option D:** Diarrhea is not typically considered a manifestation of anaphylactic shock, as the primary effects are on the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
**Clinical Pearl / High-Yield Fact**
Remember the "ABCs" of anaphylactic shock: Airway (bronchospasm), Breathing (wheezing), and Circulation (hypotension). Identify these symptoms early to provide timely treatment.
**Correct Answer:** D. Diarrhea