Ellen
I have had several instances of severe itching & redness of my hands and, sometimes, the skin on my chest and abdomen. The skin on my hands cracked open in several places, and the area around the joints of my pinkies was inflamed and painful. The last few times it happened, I realized I had just eaten whitefish salad. I had a similar experience after eating barbecued meat. Not that I should be eating any of this -- it's all just generally bad for me! But I am curious to find out if anyone has had a similar experiece, and if those more savvy about food allergies can help -- was it likely to have been an additive, rather than the food itself? I am certainly prepared to give up those foods, but am concerned if this reaction may imply something more serious, or a general sensitivity to fish (I'd hate to give up salmon and tuna -- they're favorite sources of protein!) Thanks! Ellen