After Love Island star Jack Fowler shared details of his terrifying mid-air experience earlier this week, experts have urged the public to be aware of crucial signs
The 28-year-old Love Island star shared his frightening experience on a recent flight to Dubai on June 18 where he slammed Emirates staff for 'complete negligence'. Despite reportedly warning the flight attendants of his severe nut allergy twice, he was served a cashew curry which immediately 'closed up his throat', leaving him with the 'possibility of dying on the plane'.
"What triggers this is individual to you and it's down to your immune system and genetics to determine whether you are allergic to something or not, and if you are, how severe that reaction is. You can also develop allergies over time due to exposure to common causes like dust or animal hair." Dr Nye continued: "The average time of onset is between five and 30 minutes. The most serious of these signs are your throat closing due to swelling which may obstruct your throat and stop you breathing or a severe tongue swelling that can also interfere with or stop your breathing.According to Dr Nye, this severe reaction occurs when the allergen comes into contact with immune cells in your throat and lungs.
"Most people with severe allergies carry an 'EpiPen' which contains epinephrine and if the patient is unable to find and use this, people around can do this. Obviously calling an ambulance as early as possible is key." Although administering an EpiPen on yourself or someone else can seem quite daunting, instructions are typically included on the side of the injector. Usually, this involves grasping the EpiPen in your dominant hand and removing the blue safety cap by 'pulling it straight up', according to the product's online guidance.
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