People with life-threatening allergies often have to take special precautions in their day-to-day lives to avoid exposure to their allergens. This can include things like carrying an epinephrine auto-injector, wearing a medical ID bracelet, and avoiding certain foods, medications, and activities. While most people are aware of the basics of food allergies, there are many other things that people with life-threatening allergies have to do that most people are unaware of.
For example, people with allergies to insect stings may need to avoid going outside during certain times of the year, or they may need to take special precautions when they are outdoors, such as wearing long sleeves and pants and using insect repellent. People with allergies to latex may need to avoid using certain medical devices or products that contain latex, such as gloves, condoms, and balloons. And people with allergies to certain medications may need to carry an alternative medication with them in case they are exposed to their allergen.
