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Posted on Mon, 21 Dec 2020
Question: Hi, I drank something and all of a sudden I had a allergic reaction and my throat is swelling! I’ve always drank this and never had a allergic reaction! The drink was Emergen C flavored cranberry, I’ve had this all the time and never bothered me
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Probably an allergic reaction, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

The symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction.
I recommend to take an antihistamine such as Benadryl every four hours.
If you feel breathing difficulties it is better to go in the emergency room as soon as possible for treatment.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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Hi, I Drank Something And All Of A Sudden I

Brief Answer: Probably an allergic reaction, follow the advice below. Detailed Answer: Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. The symptoms seem to be related to an allergic reaction. I recommend to take an antihistamine such as Benadryl every four hours. If you feel breathing difficulties it is better to go in the emergency room as soon as possible for treatment. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Kind regards! Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi General &Family Physician