I'm allergic to…
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What it really means
A vital phrase for telling medical staff about allergies, e.g. "I'm allergic to penicillin." Always mention allergies when seeing a doctor, dentist or pharmacist. For a severe allergic reaction (swelling, trouble breathing), call 999.
Chinese explanation
"我对……过敏"：告知医护人员过敏史的重要句型，如"I'm allergic to penicillin"（我对青霉素过敏）。看医生、牙医或买药时务必说明过敏史。出现严重过敏反应（肿胀、呼吸困难）请拨999。
Example conversation
A: I'll prescribe you a course of antibiotics.
B: Just so you know, I'm allergic to penicillin.
A: Thank you for telling me — I'll choose a different one.
A：我给你开一个疗程的抗生素。
B：提醒一下，我对青霉素过敏。
A：谢谢告知——我换一种药。
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