A teenager with allergies faced criticism after having an allergic reaction at a friend's house. The group of friends would regularly hang out and chip in money for food, with the host providing the meal. When one friend's parents offered to cook instead of ordering pizza, the teenager mentioned her allergies, but the dad didn't take criticism well and continued to make food with ingredients she couldn't eat. After avoiding the meals for a while, the teen decided to join in again, but ended up having an allergic reaction. When she tried to quietly take some Benadryl, her friends noticed and the situation quickly escalated. Some friends criticized her for being attention-seeking, while others were concerned for her well-being. The dad eventually gave her the money back and told her not to eat there again, leaving the teenager worried about losing her friends. Was she in the wrong? Read more to find out.
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A Sunday evening hangout turned into a disaster for an 18-year-old girl with allergies. Her friend's dad who cooked the meal didn't take criticism well and continued to serve meals that she couldn't eat. After being clear about her issues and allergies, she decided to join in on the meal again, but it turned out to be something she was allergic to. Not wanting to confront them or be a burden, she ate some and had an allergic reaction. Her friends' reactions were mixed, with some being concerned and others calling her an attention seeker. The girl is now questioning if she's in the wrong and doesn't want to lose her friends. What do you think? Should she have spoken up earlier, or was it her friend's responsibility to accommodate her allergies? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
Teen with allergies faces criticism after having a reaction 🤧, but commenters agree that the dad is the biggest AH here 🙄.
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Dealing with food insecurity, anxiety, and allergies. NTA for reacting.
nbsoprano | nbsoprano
Dad fails to take allergies seriously 😒
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Friends knew about allergy but still cooked allergen, NTA 🚫🥜
Chaij2606 | Chaij2606
Teen with allergies faces unjust criticism and concern from dad.
deuspronobis | deuspronobis
Chef's ignorance towards allergies is dangerous and unacceptable 😤
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NTA for standing up for yourself, but YTA to your health.
fatalisticshrug | fatalisticshrug
Teen with allergies faces backlash for eating food, everyone sucks here.
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Homeless teen with allergies faces criticism for eating $5 food, NTA.
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Concerns raised about restaurant owner's ignorance towards allergies 🤔
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Communication is key to preventing allergic reactions with friends and family 🤝
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Supportive comment, friends can be unsympathetic. 😕
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Friends don't understand, but dad who cooked allergen is AH 🤦♂️
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Lady_Corven | Lady_Corven
Dad takes money but refuses to cater to allergies 🤦♀️ NTA
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Carla and her dad are the only a**holes here 🤬 NTA
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Standing up to toxic friends. 🙌
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Restaurant owners dismiss teen's allergies, friends gaslight them. 🤷🏼♀️
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Defending against criticism for allergies, NTA 🙌
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Proactive communication could have prevented allergic reaction 🤔
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Food allergies are often not taken seriously 😒. Always prioritize your health.
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Find friends that support and include you. You deserve better 🤗
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Speak up about your allergies and take control. ESH.
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Allergies don't make you an a**hole 🙅♂️ NTA, OP!
whole_lotta_nope_503 | whole_lotta_nope_503
Handle your allergies better to avoid dangerous situations 🌪
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Stand up for your health, not all poison is visible! 💪
jinxdrain | jinxdrain
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Ilikecosysocks | Ilikecosysocks
Clear judgement. NTA wins.
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Stand your ground! 🙌 Don't let others put your health at risk.
Deucalion666 | Deucalion666
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joshuahtree | joshuahtree
Risking your life for $5? 🤔 Allergies can be deadly. Be safe.
Alert-Potato | Alert-Potato
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PottyLottie1996 | PottyLottie1996
Standing up for yourself and your allergies like a boss 🙌
jillyjillz42 | jillyjillz42
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Disclosing allergies beforehand is important. YTA but to yourself.
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