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Suggest Treatment For Red Colored Skin Along With Swelling And Shivering Caused By Allergy
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I have had an allergic reaction today to an unknown allergen. I have suddenly gone from intolerance to being allergic to sulphites and I have piriton, ventlin and an epipen. I haven't needed the epipen yet. Today's reaction was more severe. I took the piriton and needed the inhaler. As usual my skin was bright red, swollen and burning, but this time my hands, feet and lips were blue and I was shivering. Can you tell me why this has happened? I am waiting for allergy testing and I'm wondering if I should try and speed up the appointment. Thank You. I am 41, female, 5 foot 6 inch and 12 st.
I have had an allergic reaction today to an unknown allergen. I have suddenly gone from intolerance to being allergic to sulphites and I have piriton, ventlin and an epipen. I haven't needed the epipen yet. Today's reaction was more severe. I took the piriton and needed the inhaler. As usual my skin was bright red, swollen and burning, but this time my hands, feet and lips were blue and I was shivering. Can you tell me why this has happened? I am waiting for allergy testing and I'm wondering if I should try and speed up the appointment. Thank You. I am 41, female, 5 foot 6 inch and 12 st.
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If it is possible then you would need to move up the appointment since the severity of the reactions are increasing.
The tests would be able to determine exactly what is provoking your reaction so that your exposure could be eliminated.
I hope this helps
If it is possible then you would need to move up the appointment since the severity of the reactions are increasing.
The tests would be able to determine exactly what is provoking your reaction so that your exposure could be eliminated.
I hope this helps
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