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Serum Sickness

Serum Sickness | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?

Usually, it takes 1 to 2 weeks after being exposed to the substance before symptoms of serum sickness occur. Signs and symptoms may include:

  • fever
  • skin lesions or a rash, which may occur all over the body
  • joint pain
  • itching
  • hives, or small areas of skin swelling
  • swollen lymph glands
  • malaise, or "feeling lousy"
  • nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
  • headache

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    Serum Sickness: Diagnosis & Tests

    Author: James Broomfield, MD
    Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
    Date Reviewed: 07/05/01



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