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Life drama of a famous athlete:  I almost died for a little cheese, I couldn't breathe
Croatia⚽ Sports7 hr. ago

Life drama of a famous athlete: I almost died for a little cheese, I couldn't breathe

Aldo Montano, a renowned Italian fencer and Olympic champion from Athens 2004, narrowly avoided death due to a severe allergic reaction after eating a dish containing casein, a milk protein he is allergic to. During a dinner in Rome with a friend, Montano consumed 'fettuccine con la coda alla vaccinara,' a traditional Roman pasta dish made with beef tail sauce. Despite warning the restaurant staff about his allergy and confirming that cheese was not part of the dish, he experienced anaphylactic shock shortly after eating. He managed to reach the Santo Spirito hospital within 7–8 minutes by scooter, where he received immediate medical attention. Montano described the experience as terrifying, emphasizing the psychological challenge of maintaining calm during such emergencies. The incident highlights the dangers of food allergies and the importance of strict precautions.

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Life drama of a famous athlete: I almost died for a little cheese, I couldn't breathe

Aldo Montano, a renowned Italian fencer and Olympic champion from Athens 2004, narrowly avoided death due to a severe allergic reaction after eating a dish containing casein, a milk protein he is allergic to. During a dinner in Rome with a friend, Montano consumed 'fettuccine con la coda alla vaccinara,' a traditional Roman pasta dish made with beef tail sauce. Despite warning the restaurant staff about his allergy and confirming that cheese was not part of the dish, he experienced anaphylactic shock shortly after eating. He managed to reach the Santo Spirito hospital within 7–8 minutes by scooter, where he received immediate medical attention. Montano described the experience as terrifying, emphasizing the psychological challenge of maintaining calm during such emergencies. The incident highlights the dangers of food allergies and the importance of strict precautions.

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