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Does An Allergy To Penicillin Persist For 50 Years?

As an infant, about 59 years ago, I received a penicillin injection and was found allergic to penicillin. My mother said I then broke out in a rash over by body, and my skin got red. Since that time, I have not had penicillin because I thought I was still allergic to is. Question: Does one outgrow an allergy to penicillin after 50 or so years?
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Allergic to drugs can persist life long.Especially drugs like penicillin are notorious for allergy.Always test for penicillin allergy before injection or if it is a known case then avoid and use a safe alternative.
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Does An Allergy To Penicillin Persist For 50 Years?

Allergic to drugs can persist life long.Especially drugs like penicillin are notorious for allergy.Always test for penicillin allergy before injection or if it is a known case then avoid and use a safe alternative.