Question 1

what are softshell crab allergy symptoms?

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A variety!: Depending on the patient, food allergy symptoms can include:itchy mouth/throat, facial &/or airway swelling, difficulty breathing or talking, cough, wheeze, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (can be bloody), flushing, hives, eye redness, itch, &/or swelling, runny, itchy, &/or stuffy nose, sneezing, abdominal pain, feeling of impending doom and even shock or cardiac arrest!

Question 2

what would be hermit crab allergy symptoms?

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When exposed to : Hermit crab meat, you would experience any of these symptoms
-hives
-swelling
-itching
-nausea/vomiting
-chest tightness
-wheezing
-shortness of breath
-light-headedness
-a sudden sense of doom.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: crab allergy?

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Crab allergy: Sx’s of shellfish allergy can include;  tingling in mouth, hives, nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, loose stools, headache, runny nose, sneezing, dizziness, fainting, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, lips tongue and/or throat.

Question 4

what are the symptoms of shellfish or crab allergy?

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A variety!: Depending on the patient, food allergy symptoms can include:itchy mouth/throat, facial &/or airway swelling, difficulty breathing or talking, cough, wheeze, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea (can be bloody), flushing, hives, eye redness, itch, &/or swelling, runny, itchy, &/or stuffy nose, sneezing, abdominal pain, feeling of impending doom and even shock or cardiac arrest!

Question 5

what can cause crab allergies?

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Depends: Crab allergy is a shellfish allergy and can develop at any time during adulthood.  Why some adults can consume crabs their entire life without any problems and others can go on to develop symptoms is unknown.  Shellfish allergy is a common adult allergen and symptoms can vary from one accidental exposure to the next so avoidance once symptoms develop is the best way to manage.

Question 6

have eaten softshell crabs and crabcakes for years. tell me please what causes crab allergies?

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Shellfish protein: The part of the crab (or shellfish) that most commonly leads to allergy is the protein found in the food. I would recommend skin testing to crab and other shellfish at an allergist's office.

Question 7

can crab allergies cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Allergic reactions to food usually result in hives, itching, breathing problems, throat swelling or GI symptoms but could include headache. Some foods commonly trigger headaches in migraine suffered such as chocolate or aged cheese. These are not true food allergies.

Question 8

what causes crab allergies? shrimp allergy?

Accepted Answer

Muscle protein: The allergen in shrimp and crab is probably a common allergen called tropomyosin which is a muscle protein.

Question 9

how can seafoods like lobster, crab and squid cause food allergies?

Accepted Answer

Seafood: In genetic susceptible individuals these seafood contain proteins that can cause allergies.

Question 10

i started getting headache after eating crab but i don't have itchiness or swelling. am i allergy to crab? but i feel fine when eating shrimp. cause?

Accepted Answer

Headache: Headache is not the usual symptom of a true food allergic reaction.  The usual symptoms are hives, itching, swelling, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, respiratory symptoms or anaphylaxis.  Most persons with crab allergy will also experience symptoms with shrimp also suggesting a different reason for the headache.  There are many reasons for headache and your physician can review that list.

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