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Immediate: (1) EpiPen if severe allergic reaction (bring 2 from home, hospital pharmacies limited stock). (2) Take to nearest hospital A&E (private hospitals fastest, USD 30-60 emergency consultation). (3) Follow up with pediatric allergist (Colombo private hospitals have).
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Dr. Sanjani L.•1330 rep•150
Prevention: allergy translation card (Sinhala, Tamil, English) at all restaurants. Communicate seriousness. Ingredients hidden — soy sauce (wheat), Maldive fish (in sambols), ghee. Emergency contacts: 110 ambulance, 1912 Tourist Police. Insurance essential — evacuation coverage.
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Ranga H.•2630 rep•135
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