I need to stay away from chocolate

I'm allergic to chocolate in an annoying way. It gives me hives, makes me itch and occasionally gives me cold sores. But who can really give up chocolate? Especially when you've been eating it all of your life?

I usually keep Benadryl in my desk but I didn't have any yesterday. So after lunch I was itching and scratching like crazy. I took a pill as soon as I got home. I also added a couple to my purse to bring them to work for the next time this happens.

Unfortunately I know this will happen again. I just can't quit chocolate!