A patient was given 2g penicillin 1 hour before scaling and root planning. The patient was given 1 carpule of 2% lidocaine with epinephrine at the appointment. After few minutes lips appear red and extremely swollen, and they are having a difficult time breathing. What is the cause if the reaction?
penicillin allergy
penicillin sensitivity
Epinephrine allergy
lidocaine allergy
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