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Man’s face swells due to allergic reaction from cutting an onion<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Many of us have experienced teary eyes after cutting onions. This effect occurs when the enzyme-filled cells inside the onions escape into the air and turn into volatile gases. <\/span>As common as this reaction is, it can become a matter of life and death if we’re not careful.<\/span><\/p>\n

On 22nd April, a 25-year-old man in Ph\u00fa Th\u1ecd suffered a heavily swollen face after he had cut just 1 onion<\/strong>. Here’s how an episode of anaphylactic shock played out for this patient, and how we can stay vigilant during our own cooking.<\/span><\/p>\n

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He suffered anaphylaxis after cutting an onion\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\"ANAPHYLAXIS\"
\nImage adapted from: Tu\u1ed5i Tr\u1ebb<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

On 22nd April, a man in Ph\u00fa Th\u1ecd was unable to open his eyes and left with a swollen face after he cut an onion for dinner, <\/span>Tu\u1ed5i Tr\u1ebb<\/span><\/a><\/em> reported.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The man was sent to H\u00f9ng V\u01b0\u01a1ng General Hospital, where he was diagnosed with anaphylactic shock – a life-threatening allergic reaction. <\/span>After receiving an injection, the patient breathed a little easier but was still unable to open his eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n

The hospital staff then transferred the man to the ICU for further observation and medical attention.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Anaphylaxis<\/strong> <\/span> can be fatal if untreated<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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\nThe staff at H\u00f9ng V\u01b0\u01a1ng General Hospital
\nImage credit: B\u1ec7nh Vi\u1ec7n H\u00f9ng V\u01b0\u01a1ng<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

According to the doctors at 115 H\u00f9ng V\u01b0\u01a1ng General Hospital, anaphylaxis can happen at any time and shouldn\u2019t be taken lightly.<\/span><\/p>\n

In a typical allergic reaction, patients only develop symptoms in one part of their body. Patients may experience a runny nose, teary eyes, or breakouts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Anaphylaxis, on the other hand, is much more critical and can cause your entire body to develop severe allergic reactions. If the condition is not treated in time, it can be fatal.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Therefore, people with a history of allergies are advised to read product labels carefully. This is so that problematic ingredients can be detected before use.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Avoid the risks of allergic reactions<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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This story reminds us that we can fall victim to the harmful effects of objects and activities that we see as harmless, such as cutting onions.<\/span><\/p>\n

Allergies can happen at any time of life, including in adulthood. Therefore, you should work with your doctors to find out about potential allergens to avoid the risks of having an unexpected allergic reaction.<\/span><\/p>\n

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