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I am also allergic to shellfish, since I have known this I have avoided eating them, if your allergy is life threatening in its severity you could ask your doctor about having an emergency epinephrine pen and how this needs to be used - (you need to tell the people you go out with how to use it).
Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a natural hormone released in response to stress. It is a natural "antidote" to the chemicals released during severe allergic reactions triggered by drug allergy, food allergy or insect allergy. It is destroyed by enzymes in the stomach, and so needs to be injected. When injected, it rapidly reverses the effects of a severe allergic reaction by reducing throat swelling, opening the airways, and maintaining blood pressure.
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What causes hives on the bottom of your feet?
Hives is an allergic reaction. Stepping on something you are allergic to can give you hives.
Can you develop an infection from an allergic reaction?
Yes, if the allergic reaction causes a disruption to the integrity of the membrane or structure, you can develop a secondary bacterial or viral infection of the area. I had this happen to me - I had an allergic reaction to a chemical in chemistry class on the outside of my ear and developed a secondary bacterial infection that I had to take antibiotics for.
What is wrong when a toddlers wheezing coughing and crying?
Um... I'm no doctor, but it could be symptoms of asthma. You should take the toddler to a doctor. Of not, it might be the flu or an allergic reaction.
Allergic contact dermatitis following skin contact with poison ivy would lead to what type of reaction?
Delayed hypersensitivity reaction.
How do you catch hives?
You do not catch hives. You can get hives by being exposed to something you are allergic to. Hives is an allergic reaction. You can get them by eating foods or having something touch your skin that your body reacts to like a "foreign body" reaction.
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
If you're allergic to shellfish can being intimate with someone who ate shellfish cause a reaction?
Yes, it most certainly can if you are very sensitive to an allergen.
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.
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 cats be allergic to shellfish?
yes
What could cause violent allergic reaction to KFC zinger meal not peanuts wheat or shellfish?
don't know but there isn't penut at kfc
What fresh fish can you eat if you have shellfish allergy?
If you're only allergic to shellfish (crab, lobster, shrimp), then you should be fine with any regular fish.
What Common foods that can cause an allergic reaction in some people?
Allergies to peanuts (legumes), shellfish, and strawberries are quite common, and often life threatening.
Doxycycline if allergic to tetracycline?
You should not use doxycycline if you have a know allergic reaction to tetracycline.
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 you take omega 3 if allergic to shellfish?
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.
