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The issue is that many people who are allergic to "shellfish" are susceptible to more than one kind. For some it may be prawns, and for others it may be crabs. These two specific types contain proteins, in a higher concentration, that cause severe allergic reactions in some people.
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Is it the iodine in shellfish that people are traditionally allergic too?
Yes
Can you take barium sulfate if allergic to shellfish?
They didn't allow me to proceed with my barium swallow. They said that people who are allergic to dyes, iodine, or shellfish may also be allergic to barium so to be safe they didn't let me do it.
If you are allergic to shellfish are you allergic to all shellfish?
Not necessarily. Shellfish allergies often come in different categories, like crustacean (shrimp, crab, lobster, etc.) or mollusk (clams, oyster, squid, etc.). While most people who have shellfish allergies are allergic to all shellfish, that is not always the case. An allergist can administer a test to determine what type(s) of shellfish allergy you may have.
Can cats be allergic to shellfish?
yes
What percent of people are allergic to snickers?
6% of people in the world are allergic to snickers!
I am allergic to shellfish. What kind of fish does not eat shellfish?
If one is allergic to shellfish, they are cleared to eat all regular fish. However, they should take care with eating sushi or other fishes, as there is sometimes shellfish residue.
Are shrimps considered as shellfish?
A shrimp is a shellfish. Although there's a little difference between them. They are pretty different even if they are Shellfish. Some people are Allergic to Shellfish and they aren't allergic to Shrimps.
What Italian recipes for seafood do not include shellfish?
Most Italian recipes call for shellfish. Shellfish can be excluded and substituted for other types of fish that people are not allergic too. Other types of meat can also be used.
Can you take omega 3 if allergic to shellfish?
Yes.
Is it safe to use isovue if you are allergic to shellfish?
Isovue should not be used if a person is allergic to shellfish or iodine. Isovue is usually administered by vein and is a dye used in x-raying.
Can someone with a shellfish allergy have a thyroid scan?
The reason why shellfish allergy is asked is because of the link between shellfish allergy and iodine allergy (shellfish are rich in iodine). That does not mean that if your allergic to shellfish then you are allergic to iodine - you may be allergic to another component that is in the shellfish. Iodine is used in the thyroid scan as a dye and is injected into your veins. If you are allergic then the reaction would be quite quick and potentially serious. Asking about a shellfish allergy is to try to risk stratify those that may be more susceptible for a reaction and "prepare" the technician / radiologist for the worse case scenario. The main allergic reaction we would be worried about would be true anaphylaxis (if you've not heard of this then you probably not had it). Rashes and facial swelling would indicate a allergic reaction. Sickness, diarrhea and feeling "off" would suggest an intolerance rather than a true allergic reaction. Happy New Year! El Tango
Why are you allergic to shellfish but not octopus?
because shells have some greams in them
