There’s currently no cure for a shellfish allergy. The best treatment is to avoid foods such as shrimp, lobster, crab, and other crustaceans. Finned fish are not related to shellfish. But cross-contamination is common. You may want to avoid seafood altogether if your shellfish allergy is severe.
Many doctors also recommend that people with shellfish allergies carry epinephrine (EpiPen, Auvi-Q, or Adrenaclick) for self-administration in case you accidentally ingest any. Epinephrine (adrenalin) is the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis. For mild reactions such as a rash or itchiness, taking an antihistamine such as Benadryl may be recommended by your doctor.สมัคร ufabet
Deaths from an anaphylactic reaction from eating shellfish are rare. But they’re more common than with other food allergies. Most doctors agree that someone who has both a shellfish allergy and asthma should have an epinephrine pen on hand in case of an emergency. If ingesting shellfish results in a mild reaction. Such as a rash or itchy skin, taking an antihistamine to see if it helps with the symptoms is recommended. However, if the symptoms do no improve, seek immediate medical advice or go to the emergency room.
There are two kinds of shellfish, crustaceans and mollusks. Here are a few examples of crustaceans to watch out for if you’re allergic:
- shrimp
- crab
- prawn
- crayfish
- lobster