i have a fish and shellfish allergy
and i also have ibs
do i need to have a medical id bracelet?
can someone please help me :)
thank you
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Q: do i need to wear a medical id bracelet if i have ibs and a fish and shellfish allergy ?
Answers (2)
12/13/08 2:28am
Its recommended. If you were to accidentally eat shellfish and had a reaction the medical ID bracelet would alert emergency personnel about your condition. Since its possible to ingest shellfish without realizing it, for instance, through some bouillabase, its a good idea to have the bracelet available in case something of that sort happens.
http://my.clevelandclinic.org/disorders/shellfish_allergies/hic_shellfish_allergies.aspx
12/13/08 2:29am
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