Becky was rushed to the emergency room of the local hospital and was treated for anaphylactic shock after being stung by a bee. She had no previous history of allergic reactions. After performing emergency measures, including injection of epinephrine, the ER physician referred Becky to a specialist for follow-up care and treatment. To which specialist would the ER physician send Becky? 

A. Cardiologist
B. Dermatologist
C. Allergist
D. Endocrinologist
E. Neurologist


C. Allergist
Becky needs to be seen by an allergist for further testing and perhaps to get a prescription for an epinephrine autoinjector.

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