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Skip to content Notice:  USPS shipping delays may cause orders to take  up to 2 weeks to arrive. Please plan ahead when ordering drops. One of the most common food allergies in adults is shellfish – which is a separate category than another common allergen, finned fish. There are two groups of shellfish: Mollusks Crustaceans Crustaceans are considered one of the top nine food allergens, while mollusks are not. Crustaceans include: Crab Lobster Crawfish Shrimp Krill Prawns Because of their top nine designation by the FDA, crustaceans are required to be identified on food labels, but any shellfish under the mollusks category do not have the same requirement. While someone may be allergic to crab but not lobster, it can be difficult to tell which products can be safely consumed as cross contact may occur. For most, it may be suggested to avoid all shellfish and to also carry an epinephrine auto injector in case of accidental exposure. Providers at AAOL take it a step further and start a food allergy treatment plan by completing a thorough history, exam, and allergy testing to determine which shellfish – and other allergens – a patient is allergic to, and at what specific level. After diagnosis, they may recommend allergy drops following The La Crosse Method™ Protocol – a personalized liquid dose of tiny amounts of your problem allergens. Throughout treatment, the amounts of allergens are gradually and safely increased until the body learns not to react when exposed to them. The goal of treatment may be different for each patient depending on the severity of their allergies. Some may be able to avoid life-threatening reactions if accidentally exposed, while others can reintroduce shellfish and other problem foods into their diet. Retesting and continued monitoring throughout treatment keeps patients safe and on track. Request an Appointment Notifications × Contact Us Patient Portal Info Demetrios Theodoropoulos, MD Elizabeth Twite, PA-C Sarah Rudie, NP Melinda Schaitel, FNP-C Meggan Baudek, APNP Emily Melby, RDN From The Desk Of … Location & Lodging News Room Employment Our Legacy Allergic Rhinitis Asthma Chronic Sinusitis Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE) Headaches Irritable Bowel Syndrome Oral Allergy Syndrome Pediatric Allergy Chronic Vaginitis Dust Mite Allergy Grass Allergy Mold Allergy Tree Allergy Pet & Animal Allergy Ragweed Allergy Weed Allergy Egg Allergy Fish Allergy Milk Allergy Peanut Allergy Tree Nut Allergy Sesame Allergy Shellfish Allergy Soy Allergy Wheat Allergy Other Food Allergies Anaphylaxis Insect Allergy Penicillin Allergy How Allergy Drops Work Our Treatment Approach Benefits of Allergy Drop Treatment Cost The Allergic Fingerprint Allergy Drop Safety Dosing Strategy Three Phases of Treatment Kids & Allergy Testing Graded Oral Food Challenge For Employers For Referring Providers Other Allergy Treatment Options Success Stories Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Pollen Count Medication Restrictions for Skin Testing Allergy Quiz Patient Portal Blog Allergen-Free Diets Whole Foods Superfoods Recipes Appointment Preparation How to Take Your Allergy Drops How to Reorder Your Drops What to Expect at Your First Appointment Current Patients Research
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Please plan ahead when ordering drops. # Shellfish Allergy [Home](https://lacrosseallergy.com/) \| [Allergic Conditions Treated](https://lacrosseallergy.com/conditions-treated/) \| Shellfish Allergy One of the most common food allergies in adults is shellfish – which is a separate category than another common allergen, finned fish. ## There are two groups of shellfish: 1. Mollusks 2. Crustaceans Crustaceans are considered one of the top nine food allergens, while mollusks are not. ## Crustaceans include: - Crab - Lobster - Crawfish - Shrimp - Krill - Prawns Because of their top nine designation by the FDA, crustaceans are required to be identified on food labels, but any shellfish under the mollusks category do not have the same requirement. While someone may be allergic to crab but not lobster, it can be difficult to tell which products can be safely consumed as cross contact may occur. For most, it may be suggested to avoid all shellfish and to also carry an epinephrine auto injector in case of accidental exposure. Providers at AAOL take it a step further and start a food allergy treatment plan by completing a thorough history, exam, and allergy testing to determine which shellfish – and other allergens – a patient is allergic to, and at what specific level. After diagnosis, they may recommend allergy drops following [The La Crosse Method™ Protocol](https://lacrosseallergy.com/our-program/) – a personalized liquid dose of tiny amounts of your problem allergens. Throughout treatment, the amounts of allergens are gradually and safely increased until the body learns not to react when exposed to them. The goal of treatment may be different for each patient depending on the severity of their allergies. Some may be able to avoid life-threatening reactions if accidentally exposed, while others can reintroduce shellfish and other problem foods into their diet. Retesting and continued monitoring throughout treatment keeps patients safe and on track. ### Request an Appointment ### Success Stories ![](https://lacrosseallergy.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/meat-allergy-success.jpg) “I had a lot of rashes and I wouldn’t be able to keep anything down when I ate. 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[Skip to content](https://lacrosseallergy.com/conditions-treated/shellfish-allergy/#fl-main-content) **Notice:** USPS shipping delays may cause orders to take **up to 2 weeks** to arrive. Please plan ahead when ordering drops. One of the most common food allergies in adults is shellfish – which is a separate category than another common allergen, finned fish. ## There are two groups of shellfish: 1. Mollusks 2. Crustaceans Crustaceans are considered one of the top nine food allergens, while mollusks are not. ## Crustaceans include: - Crab - Lobster - Crawfish - Shrimp - Krill - Prawns Because of their top nine designation by the FDA, crustaceans are required to be identified on food labels, but any shellfish under the mollusks category do not have the same requirement. While someone may be allergic to crab but not lobster, it can be difficult to tell which products can be safely consumed as cross contact may occur. For most, it may be suggested to avoid all shellfish and to also carry an epinephrine auto injector in case of accidental exposure. Providers at AAOL take it a step further and start a food allergy treatment plan by completing a thorough history, exam, and allergy testing to determine which shellfish – and other allergens – a patient is allergic to, and at what specific level. After diagnosis, they may recommend allergy drops following [The La Crosse Method™ Protocol](https://lacrosseallergy.com/our-program/) – a personalized liquid dose of tiny amounts of your problem allergens. Throughout treatment, the amounts of allergens are gradually and safely increased until the body learns not to react when exposed to them. The goal of treatment may be different for each patient depending on the severity of their allergies. Some may be able to avoid life-threatening reactions if accidentally exposed, while others can reintroduce shellfish and other problem foods into their diet. 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