A man ate wild hazelnuts and had a severe allergic reaction, which nearly killed him! Doctors urgently remind...

On February 4, 2025, during the Spring Festival, which should have been a warm and happy time for the whole family, Mr. Ma (pseudonym) encountered a thrilling health crisis. On that day, Mr. Ma had a severe allergic reaction after eating more than 20 wild hazelnuts.

At first, Mr. Ma developed rashes on many parts of his face, which were itchy and unbearable. Then, breathing became difficult, and his throat felt very tight, as if being strangled by an invisible hand. Realizing that the situation was not good, Mr. Ma immediately took the "loratadine tablets" that he always had at home, hoping to relieve the symptoms. However, the drug did not work, and the symptoms did not ease at all.

At the critical moment of life and death, Mr. Ma, accompanied by his family, rushed to the emergency department of Hunan Provincial Second People's Hospital (Provincial Brain Hospital) against time. Dr. Li Zhaohui, who received the patient , quickly determined that the patient had a severe allergic reaction with his rich clinical experience. This was an emergency condition that could endanger life and effective measures must be taken immediately.

Dr. Li Zhaohui quickly organized an emergency team and immediately implemented oxygen therapy for Mr. Ma to help him relieve his dyspnea symptoms, and also carried out anti-allergic treatment. During the entire emergency process, the medical staff worked closely together, racing against time to fight against death. They kept an eye on the changes in Mr. Ma's vital signs and adjusted the treatment plan in a timely manner according to his condition.

After intensive rescue, Mr. Ma's symptoms gradually eased, his breathing became stable, and his rash gradually subsided. Seeing Mr. Ma out of danger, the medical staff involved in the rescue breathed a sigh of relief.

Zhou Qibing, chief physician of the Emergency Medicine Department of Hunan Second People's Hospital (Provincial Brain Hospital), reminded the general public that during the Spring Festival, everyone must be extra careful when enjoying delicious food, as many seemingly ordinary foods may be triggers of allergies. Especially wild ingredients, whose ingredients and characteristics are unclear, have a higher risk of allergies. If allergic symptoms occur, stop eating immediately and seek medical attention in time. If the symptoms are severe, do not take medicine on your own to delay treatment, and be sure to go to the hospital for professional treatment as soon as possible.

Hunan Medical Chat Special Author: Li Zhaohui, Department of Emergency Medicine, Hunan Second People's Hospital (Provincial Brain Hospital)

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(Edited by YT)