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I have a severe allergy to peanuts and tree nuts. i'm currently in peru, lost epi pen & having a moderate reactn. no immediate er. will benadryl (diphenhydramine) help?

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Dr. Ashesh Patel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not really: Take the Benadryl (diphenhydramine) but you need to Get off the 'net and GO TO A HOSPITAL IMMEDIATELY!!!!

Answered 8/22/2016

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