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My 9 yr old daughter ate fresh crab tonight n within minutes was ichy n had red knuckkes.. appears to be a mild allergic reaction to shell fish.

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Allergy or not: Could be a shellfish allergy, but she'll fish in some people can directly release limited amounts of histamine causing mild skin symptoms usually quantity related. Check with your pcp or a board certified allergist.

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Answered 9/12/2015

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