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I know that i am allergic to shrimp and lobster due to anaphylactic reactions. crab and everything else are fine however, why is this? crawfish ok?
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Allergist/testing: If you have had life threatening reactions to shrimp and lobster you should avoid all shellfish and carry an epipen (epinephrine). There are major and minor allergens that people can react to with shellfish. The major allergens are similar across all shellfish and the minor allergens vary by species. You should be carrying an Epipen (epinephrine) and consult with an allergist for serum and skin testing to shellfish.
Answered 6/25/2014
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