Understand the Allergy

Allergies are your body's immune response to certain substances that they consider harmful. When you consume something you're allergic to, your immune system reacts causing allergic symptoms that can range from mild to severe. The six allergens that are in the Subway Seafood Sensation Sub are: Shellfish, Wheat, Soy, Milk, Egg, and Fish. Each of these allergens can cause different allergic symptoms like skin rash, nausea, swelling of the lips or throat, difficulty in breathing etc.

• Shellfish Allergy: This allergy can cause symptoms such as vomiting, stomach cramps, indigestion, diarrhea, wheezing, shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing.
• Wheat Allergy: A wheat allergy can cause symptoms like swelling, itching or irritation of the mouth or throat, hives, itchy rash or swelling of the skin, nasal congestion etc.
• Soy Allergy: This allergy can cause symptoms such as tingling in the mouth, hives, itchy skin, swelling of lips, face, tongue and throat, wheezing etc.
• Milk Allergy: Symptoms for a milk allergy includes wheezing, vomiting, hives, digestive problems causing diarrhea, loose stools, abdominal cramping, a runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and an itchy rash around the mouth.
• Egg Allergy: This typically causes skin reactions, such as swelling, rash, hives, or eczema. Wheezing or difficulty breathing, runny nose and sneezing, red, watery eyes etc.
• Fish Allergy: An allergy to fish may cause symptoms like skin reactions, bronchial reactions, gastrointestinal and cardiac reactions.

Action to be Taken

If you have accidentally consumed the Seafood Sensation Sub from Subway, and you have allergies, the following steps should be taken,

• Stop eating immediately: As soon as you realize that the sub contains allergens that you are allergic to, stop eating immediately. This can prevent further onset of allergic response.
• Take an Antihistamine: If you have a mild allergic reaction, taking an over the counter antihistamine may help relieve itching, sneezing, and swelling.
• Use your Epinephrine auto-injector (EpiPen): In case of severe allergic reaction like anaphylaxis, use your epinephrine auto injector if you have one and call emergency service right after.
• Seek Immediate medical attention: Whether you have a mild or severe reaction, it is essential to seek immediate medical care. Describing what you ate and your symptoms to your health care provider will help them diagnose and treat your allergic reaction properly.

Allergen Immunotherapy

If you have severe or life-threatening allergies, you may want to consider allergen immunotherapy. A leading company in this space is Curex. They offer personalized allergy immunotherapy products that may help reduce the severity of your allergies over time. These products work by exposing you to small doses of your allergen, which can help your immune system gradually become less sensitive to it.

It's important to note that this type of therapy should only be conducted under the supervision of a healthcare professional, and it may not be suitable or effective for everyone.

However, it's worth discussing with your healthcare provider if you're having trouble managing your allergies or if they're impacting your quality of life. They can provide further information and help determine if products like those offered by Curex could be a good fit for you.

Having an allergy doesn't mean you have to live in fear of accidental exposure. With careful management and appropriate treatment, you can lead a happy, healthy life, even with food allergies. Just remember to always check the ingredients of foods, inform servers or chefs of your allergy when eating out, and always carry your EpiPen or other allergy medication with you.