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Seafood Allergies

Also called: Fish Allergies, Shellfish Allergies

- Summary
- About seafood allergies
- Potential causes
- Related allergies and conditions
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis methods
- Treatment and prevention
- Symptom relief
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Marc J. Sicklick, M.D., FAAAAI, FACAAI
 Norman Klein, M.D., FAAAAI

Questions for your doctor on seafood allergies

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to seafood allergies:

  1. Do my symptoms suggest a seafood allergy?

  2. What tests will you use to determine if I have a seafood allergy?

  3. Is a seafood allergy dangerous to my overall health?

  4. Can I ever eat seafood again?

  5. Can I assume that I am allergic to all fish and seafood?

  6. Are there other foods I am likely to be allergic to?

  7. What types of food should I avoid?

  8. Are there treatments or medications available to treat my seafood allergy?

  9. Should I carry an allergy kit with me at all times?

  10. What should I do if I accidentally consume seafood?

  11. Is it safe for me to prepare seafood for others?

  12. Are my children more likely to develop seafood allergies because I have the condition?

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Review Date: 10-16-2006

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