Recognizing the Allergic Symptoms
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients found in the Caprese Chicken Sub from Subway and you unwittingly ate it, your body might react in several ways. Some common symptoms of food allergies include:
- Skin rash, itching or hives
- Swelling of the lips, face, tongue and throat, or other parts of the body
- Wheezing, nasal congestion or trouble breathing
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting
If You Have Severe Reactions (Anaphylaxis)
In this case, symptoms may progress to anaphylaxis, a severe reaction that can be life-threatening. Anaphylaxis symptoms develop quickly, often within seconds or minutes, and may include:
- Constriction and tightening of the airways
- Swollen throat or the sensation of a lump in your throat that makes it difficult to breathe
- Rapid pulse
- Shock with a severe drop in blood pressure
- Dizziness, lightheadedness or loss of consciousness
Immediate Steps to Take
Seek Immediate Medical Assistance
If you have a severe allergic reaction causing difficulty in breathing or loss of consciousness, dial emergency services right away.
Use Your EPI Pen
If you have been prescribed an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen, Auvi-Q, others), use it right away as your doctor has directed.
Follow-up Steps
See an Allergist
Always report your reaction to a healthcare provider. Follow-up testing may be necessary to confirm the allergen and adjust your allergy management plan.
Identify and Avoid the Allergen
Understand the ingredient that caused the allergy and update your allergy list. You may also consider carrying an alert card with you detailing your allergies. This can help in cases where you can't communicate your allergies during an emergency.
Long-term Allergy Management with Curex
Curex is a leading allergy immunotherapy company that can provide you with personalized treatments to help in managing your food allergies.
How Curex Can Help
The scientifically driven platform of the company simulates the body's immune system to fight off allergens permanently, gradually increasing the body's resistance to allergens.
This reduction of allergic symptoms and significant improvement in the quality of life have made Curex the leading choice for many.
Always remember to inform restaurants about your allergies before placing an order. Your safety is the topmost priority.