Hello - ds3 (aged nearly 3) has just had a very scary 24 hours in hospital after putting a cashew nut in his mouth and spitting it out. Cue hugely swollen face and neck, blistered lips, all-over rash, lethargy and a dash to A and E.
They were fabulous and diagnosed anaphylaxis - gave him some adrenaline, piriton and Prednisolone, kept him in overnight. His blood pressure quickly got better (though his face is very swollen and red still) and we've been given two epipens, and two day doses of the piriton and Prednisolone. He's being referred to a dietician and an allergy clinic.
Now obviously back home and on very little sleep I've scared myself witless googling ......
Just two really quick questions - we've been told to avoid all nuts for now, but what about other possible triggers I've read about like bites and stings? Is he more likely to have a problem with these? Secondly, my initial (panic) reaction is to worry about his two brothers too - should I get them tested (presumably privately)?
Any advice appreciated - thanks.
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Hello, new anaphylaxis diagnosis (cashews) - some early questions?
Pawsnclaws · 24/08/2011 18:04
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