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nosamiam
08-26-2002, 04:37 PM
I just ate some seedless watermelon for the second time. Both times my throat got real scratchy and made me cough. Every time I swallow after eating it I have to cough. And now my chest hurts like I have bronchitis (sp?).

Any one have any advise besides stop eating the freakin watermelon? ;)

miccit
08-26-2002, 04:38 PM
You sound like you might be having an allergic reaction. Call the doctor. Food allergies can be very serious.

nosamiam
08-26-2002, 04:42 PM
Thanks for the advise!

nosamiam
08-26-2002, 04:49 PM
I just looked up some info on the web. I can't believe I am allergic to watermelon! That makes me so sad! I made an appointment for tomorrow to see the dr. I swear I am falling apart and am only 31!

miccit
08-26-2002, 04:50 PM
In the meantime, take some Benadryl. It should counteract any swelling. If you feel breathless or major swelling, call 911 immediately.

nosamiam
08-26-2002, 04:58 PM
ugg I can't take benadryl because of other meds I am on. I take claritin D but don't have any!

My darn chest hurts. The other night when this happend I felt like I was having a heart attack. I just went to sleep and was okay in the morning.

I am on hold now with my dr office waiting to talk to a nurse to see if I should go to urgi care. Well she said as long as I can breath okay and talk I should be okay.

I will let you all know how things go. As long as this doesn't kill me! lol

Jaidness
08-26-2002, 05:45 PM
yikes, be careful and get that checked out! Take care of yourself and take it easy.