From children to adults, everyone is crazy about fast and junk foods like burgers and pizza. Researchers say that this type of diet can have many adverse effects on health. People who consume these things in large quantities or often are at risk of many health problems, including digestion, diabetes, and high blood pressure. But can someone die from its consumption?
According to American media reports, recently an 11-year-old girl died due to an allergic reaction after eating pizza in a school in Texas city. The girl's family alleges that if the staff had provided timely treatment, her life could have been saved.
How can someone die by eating pizza? Should all people stay away from junk-fast foods? Let's understand the reasons for this.
Deaths have been reported after eating pizza before
This is not the first case of death after eating pizza. Earlier in November last year, a 46-year-old woman died after eating pizza in Italy. After eating pizza, she started having stomach cramps. Food poisoning caused by a bacteria called botulinum was believed to be the cause of death.
In the recent case, according to media reports, Emerson Kate Cole (11 years) was a student at a school in Texas. After eating pizza, she got an allergy (dairy allergy) due to which her health deteriorated. Despite efforts made for treatment, Cole died. Family members have filed a case against the school administration for not arranging proper treatment on time.
What is dairy allergy?
Dairy or milk allergy is an abnormal reaction of the immune system towards milk-containing products. Milk allergy can cause wheezing, vomiting, hives, and digestive problems. In some situations, it can also cause anaphylaxis which is a serious and life-threatening reaction.
Anaphylaxis is an emergency problem. Its symptoms can start immediately after drinking milk or consuming dairy products.
What are the problems with dairy allergy?
The symptoms of dairy allergy vary from person to person. People who have this type of allergy should avoid consuming milk and other related products. Due to milk allergy, you may experience hives, wheezing, itching or tingling around the lips or mouth, swelling of the tongue or throat, cough or difficulty in breathing, and vomiting. Health experts say that some people may also be at risk of serious health problems due to this allergy, which may require immediate emergency medical attention.
There is also a risk of serious symptoms like anaphylaxis
According to medical reports, some people may also have serious problems like anaphylaxis due to dairy allergy. Due to this, there may be a risk of constriction in the airways, swelling in the throat, difficulty in breathing, redness and itching on the face, and shock. To avoid such risks, find out about your allergy and keep taking preventive measures.
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