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NHS Choices - 'Be vigilant in restaurants and other social functions'

(02/05/2014)

Sheila Coovrey, from Bedfordshire, has lived with a fish allergy for most of her life.

“Every time I had fish as a baby, I vomited. But at that time, allergies were not widely recognised so my mum carried on giving it to me. If I was ever given fresh fish, I always vomited, had bad pains in my stomach and sometimes fainted."

“I can eat fish that is tinned or smoked, but any other form of fish makes me very ill. Throughout my life, I have simply avoided eating fish. There is no other treatment. The best method is to avoid it."

“I have to be very careful in restaurants. I always have to explain my allergy when I go to a restaurant, and I have to make sure my food is not cooked with fish. Food labels now state allergens more clearly, so I always check labels too."

“The worst experience with my allergy was when I ate paella in a restaurant. I didn’t realise there was fish in it, and I vomited and passed out in the middle of the restaurant." 

“My advice to anyone with a food allergy is to see your doctor and take any tests that are offered, so you know exactly what you're allergic to. Always check labels carefully and be vigilant in restaurants, at weddings and any other social functions.”

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