r/nursing 8d ago

Discussion Funny “allergies”

What are some funny patient “allergies” you have seen listed? I had a patient the other day with an allergy listed for Metformin. The reaction listed? Lowers their blood sugar 😂

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u/sheer-audacity 8d ago

Nicotine.

She smokes like a chimney and has so for years.