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Most Australians Reporting Penicillin Allergy Are Not Truly Allergic

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The peak body for immunologists in Australia has updated its guidelines after evidence revealed that up to 90% of individuals who report a penicillin allergy are not genuinely allergic. This change aims to improve diagnosis and treatment protocols for patients claiming penicillin allergies.

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Originally published by gnews