Barbara G. asked
I had an allergic reaction to eating shrimps three and a half hours ago. My torso is hot, itchy, and covered in bumps. I'm not on any medication and I'm 73 years old. I had a similar reaction to prawns several years ago where my throat tightened, but it hasn't this time. What should I do?
March 27th, 2024
John B. answered
You should take antihistamine medications such as chlorphenamine, loratadine (Claritin), or cetirizi...
March 27th, 2024
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