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Petrified of anaphylaxis to food even tho blood test were neg for allergy this fear came out of nowhere and now i can't eat! anaphylaxis a rarity? help

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See allergist: If your skin test to food is also negative , then the risk of an allergic reaction is extremely low. In cases like yours when the fear is so profound, i often perform food challenge test at the office just to give you reassurance to get you back on your feet again.

Dr Morgan agreed

Answered 8/6/2017

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