Question 1

i'm allergic to shellfish. can i eat squid?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: About 10-15% of people who are allergic to shellfish are also allergic to mollusks (including squid). An allergist can help you find out. If you have not eaten squid since your shellfish reaction, you should be evaluated before trying because of the risk of reaction.

Question 2

i having urticaria right now because of squid . what should i eat ? and can i go to windy places or use fans ? thank you for helping me

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Consider taking a benadryl (diphenhydramine) tablet to help with the itching.  I don't see any reason you can't use a fan, but it might intensify the itching.  I hope you get to feeling better!

Question 3

how can i outgrow my alleries on seafood esp squid?

Accepted Answer

You can't: Unlike some other food allergies, seafood allergies are not normally outgrown.

Question 4

can a deep fried squid trigger gout?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Other than alcohol, diets have little influence on gout.

Question 5

what are the health benefits of eating squid?

Accepted Answer

Squid: contains protein &amp;  vit  B2, B12, B6, B3, C, phosphorus  magnesium, zinc, calcium and iron.

Question 6

what happens if i'm allergic to shellfish would i be allergic to octopus or squid?

Accepted Answer

Not Always: You should be tested for allergies to all of them.  If you are allergic to shrimp, crab, or lobster and no others it is unlikely, but if you are allergic to clams or mussels allergy to the other foods is more likely.  Either way the only way to know is get tested.  See an allergist.

Question 7

i have a squid ink allergy. was curious as to what the ink contains that i could be allergic to?

Accepted Answer

Proteins, etc: Squid ink isn't really ink, it's a biologic secretion with protiens, fats and carbohydrates.  You could be allergic to any of these.

Question 8

is squid high in purines?

Accepted Answer

See details: Once again, it does not matter. Studies have shown conclusively that diet has little effect on serum uric acid levels.

Question 9

does squid have good or bad cholesterol?

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol: Cholesterol is cholesterol. The "good" and "bad" cholesterol, i.e. Hdl and ldl, although referred to as cholesterol are actually lipoproteins (combination of lipid and protein) which contain fat and cholesterol for transportation of within the body.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: squid allergy?

Accepted Answer

Food allergy: Allergy to any food, in this case squid will cause symptoms of oral itching, lip or tongue swelling, hives, breathing difficulty and/or throat closure etc. Food allergy is diagnosed with clinical history followed by skin or blood test and that information helps establish the diagnosis and severity of the allergy.

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