What medicine to take as I feel mildly unwell after having oyster?
Patient: i had a reaction to eating an oyster. the symptoms were tightening throat, severe anxiety and feeling extremely cold. it took about an hour for the severe symptoms to relax. 12 hours later i still feel mildly unwell, any advice on medicines, anti histamines for example Doctor: Hello,It is probable that you are allergic to Oyster. Your symptoms were related to bronchospasm (narrowing of airways) and in severe cases it can be dangerous. I think you should not take oyster in the future. Other sea foods like shrimps also may produce symptoms and so be careful.If you do not have any wheezing or breathlessness you don't require any medicines. Antihistamines are not indicated for bronchospasm. If you have itchy lesions, you can take an antihitamine like diphenhydramine.Hope you will feel fine soonDr Noble Zachariah