{"id":88,"date":"2018-05-07T08:00:43","date_gmt":"2018-05-07T08:00:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/docs.mmgclients.com\/allergydocsofct\/?page_id=88"},"modified":"2022-06-27T10:24:59","modified_gmt":"2022-06-27T10:24:59","slug":"pet-allergies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/docsmedicalgroup.com\/allergy-treatments\/pet-allergies\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet Allergies"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Pet Allergies<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Could You Be Allergic To Your Dog Or Cat?<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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\n\t\t\t\tAllergies to pets with fur are common, especially among people who have other allergies or asthma. In the United States, as many as three in 10 people with allergies have allergic reactions to cats and dogs. Cat allergies are about twice as common as dog allergies.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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What Causes An Allergy To Your Pet Dog Or Cat?<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The job of the immune system is to find foreign substances, such as viruses and bacteria and eliminate them. As a result, this response protects us from dangerous diseases. People with pet allergies have over-sensitive immune systems. They can react to harmless proteins in the pet’s urine, saliva or dander (dead skin cells). The symptoms that result are an allergic reaction. The substances that cause allergic reactions are allergens.<\/p>

\u200bPet allergens can collect on furniture and other surfaces. Therefore, allergens will not lose their strength for a long time. Sometimes the allergens may remain at high levels for several months and cling to walls, furniture, clothing and other surfaces.<\/p>

\u200bSince pet hair is not an allergen, It can collect dander, urine and saliva. It also can carry other allergens like dust and pollen. Cat and dog allergens are everywhere. Pet allergens are even in homes and other places that have never housed pets. This is because people can carry pet allergens on their clothing.<\/p>

In addition, allergens can get into the air when an animal is petted or groomed. Pet allergens can also be stirred into the air where the allergens have settled. This can happen during dusting, vacuuming or other household activities. While airborne, the particles can stay suspended in the air for long periods.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What Are Symptoms That I'm Allergic To My Dog Or Cat?<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Cat and dog allergens can land on the membranes that line the eyes and nose. Reactions include swelling and itching of the membranes, stuffy nose and inflamed eyes. A pet scratch or lick can cause the skin area to become red. It is common to get itchy eyes after petting an animal then touching your eyes.<\/p>

\u200bWhile allergen levels are low or sensitivity is minor, symptoms may not appear until after several days of contact with the pet.<\/p>

\u200bDue to many airborne particles being small enough to get into the lungs, this exposure can cause severe breathing problems. Therefore, highly sensitive people can begin coughing, wheezing and have shortness of breath within 15 to 30 minutes of inhaling allergens. As a result, highly sensitive people also get an intense rash on the face, neck and upper chest.<\/p>

\u200bFurthermore, contact with a cat can trigger a severe asthma episode (asthma attack) in up to three in ten people with asthma. Cat allergies also can lead to chronic asthma.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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How To Diagnose Dog, Cat And Pet Allergies<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As a result of your allergy testing, DOCS OF CT will diagnose a pet allergy based on your symptoms of your allergy test, physical examination and medical history. Finally, your allergy nurse will either use a blood test or skin test to aid in the diagnosis.<\/p>

Especially Relevant Pet \/ Dog Allergy Symptoms<\/p>