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Partner ate shrimp last night and i am allergic to shrimp and shellfish. how long do we have to wait before we kiss or have sex?
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Your risk here seems vanishingly small and you should be completely safe by now. If your allergic reactions is severe (extreme swelling, severe rashes, difficulty breathing) then waiting 24 hours would be (arguably) reasonable.
Answered 3/18/2023
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