A 51-year-old member asked:
I just found out that i am allergic to shrimp i still want to continue eating it. are their any cures?
2 doctor answers • 11 doctors weighed in

Dr. Gary Stevenanswered
Pediatric Allergy and Asthma 31 years experience
Not yet: There are a few treatments in the works, but nothing ready for prime time. All you can do for now is to keep shrimp out of your diet.
6.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. Brian Novickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 44 years experience
Sorry ..no: If you have seen an allergist who confirmed this then avoidance is the only cure...Though some people do " outgrow" it. Good luck.
6.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Jun 11, 2015
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