Question 1

my son has rashes on his body, legs and chin he is 5 years old nearly six. he has a cold sore and was coughing and sneezing a bit but otherwise seems fine. its very itchy though.  he has a shellfish allergy but hasnt had for a while. ?

Accepted Answer

Scabies?: Your son needs an exam by a Dr in person. This could be scabies: A common, contagious, intensely itchy skin condition caused by a tiny, burrowing mite. It is easily treated with a permethrin based prescription cream and washing of sheets, towels and clothing in very hot water.

Question 2

what does a rash from a shellfish allergy look like?

Accepted Answer

Hives, usually: Most rash from shellfish allergy looks like hives (urticaria) and/or swelling of the eyes, lips and hands (angioedema). A few people with atopic eczema who are shellfish sensitive might get worsening of their eczema. People who process shellfish (like fishermen or cannery workers) might get an eczema-like rash on their hands and skin where they contact the shellfish.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of a shellfish allergy?

Accepted Answer

Oral and Stomach: Typically shellfish allergy would cause itching, burning, stinging and/ or swelling of the mouth, tongue, or lips.  It may also cause stomach upset such as nausea, vomiting, cramping and possibly diarrhea.  In some cases, it may cause a rash, shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing, and drop in blood pressure, or in severe cases death.

Question 4

go on a cruise with a shellfish allergy?

Accepted Answer

Sure: Just carry your epi and be aware of when there risk for shellfish exposure.  Always ask if there is shellfish in whatever is going into your mouth!

Question 5

whats a type 1 shellfish allergy?

Accepted Answer

Immediate: A type 1 hypersensitivity is an immediate type reaction.  That is the typical type of allergy to shellfish.

Question 6

how can a shellfish allergy start?

Accepted Answer

Anytime: Shellfish allergy can start anytime. Typically this is seen in adults but can be seen in children. Unfortunatley there is no good way to predict who will develop this and when.

Question 7

what are the common reactions to a shrimp and shellfish allergy?

Accepted Answer

Several symptoms: The symptoms of shellfish allergy that occur after ingestion include hives, swelling of the lips/tongue, throat discomfort, itching, shortness of breath, cough, vomiting and diarrhea.

Question 8

go on a cruise and swim with shellfish allergy?

Accepted Answer

Yes: That should not cause any problems.

Question 9

does immunotherapy work for a shellfish allergy?

Accepted Answer

NO: I am not awwre of any imunothreapy  for shellfish allergy.I recomend consulting  an allergist  to see what options there are

Question 10

can a person with a shellfish allergy have a reaction to sea salt?

Accepted Answer

No: Sea salt is obtained after evaporating sea water

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My son has rashes on his body, legs and chin he is 5 years old nearly six. he has a cold sore and was coughing and sneezing a bit but otherwise seems fine. its very itchy though. he has a shellfish allergy but hasnt had for a while. ?

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What does a rash from a shellfish allergy look like?

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What are the symptoms of a shellfish allergy?

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Go on a cruise with a shellfish allergy?

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Whats a type 1 shellfish allergy?

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How can a shellfish allergy start?

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What are the common reactions to a shrimp and shellfish allergy?

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Go on a cruise and swim with shellfish allergy?

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Does immunotherapy work for a shellfish allergy?

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Can a person with a shellfish allergy have a reaction to sea salt?

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