Serum Sickness (Noun)
Meaning
A delayed allergic reaction to the injection of an antiserum caused by an antibody reaction to an antigen in the donor serum.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient developed serum sickness after receiving an injection of antivenom to treat a snake bite.
- Serum sickness is a known side effect of using antiserum to treat certain medical conditions.
- The doctor warned the patient about the risk of serum sickness before administering the antiserum.
- Symptoms of serum sickness can range from mild to severe and may include fever, rash, and joint pain.
- In some cases, serum sickness can be life-threatening if not treated promptly and properly.