Do Not Panic
If you realize you have eaten food that you are allergic to, the first thing to do is to stay calm. Panicking might accelerate any reactions or symptoms and make you feel worse. Understand you are not the first person this has happened to and there are steps you can follow to help yourself.
Observe Your Symptoms
Carefully monitor your reactions. Symptoms can manifest in various ways like:
- Itching or a rash
- Swelling of your face, including your lips, eyes and face
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Nausea or vomiting
Seek Immediate Medical Help
If you experience severe symptoms like difficulty in breathing, feeling lightheaded or a fast heartbeat, call emergency services immediately. These signs could indicate a severe and potentially life-threatening reaction known as anaphylaxis.
Administer Epinephrine
If you carry an epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen or similar), use it right away. This is an emergency medication that prevents your allergy symptoms from worsening.
Get to the Hospital
Whether your symptoms are mild or severe, you should have someone drive you to the emergency room. Even if you feel better after using an EpiPen, you still need to go to the hospital.
Speak with an Allergist
After your emergency situation has been resolved, make an appointment with an allergist to discover precisely what caused your allergic reaction.
Curex uses an exclusive system to identify your specific allergens and then create a personalized vaccine to help your body build immunity. It's a long-term approach that helps prevent distinctive allergy symptoms and improve quality of life.
Make Adjustments Into Your Diet
Once your allergen has been identified, work with your allergist and nutritionist to make necessary adjustments to your diet. Always read labels and ask about ingredients when eating out. Make sure to avoid the allergens that are in Crunchwrap Supreme from Taco Bell in future to prevent another allergic reaction.
Create an Action Plan
You and your allergist should create an action plan that includes which medications you should have on hand, how to avoid allergens, and what you should do if you have another allergic reaction. It helps to be prepared in case this situation repeats.
Remember, safety and health always come first. Don’t be afraid to ask for help and ensure you're consuming suitable food items for your health situation.