COMMON SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF ANIMAL ALLERGY
Overview
Allergic reaction to the proteins in animal skin cells usually termed as dander, saliva, or urine which results in runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and itching.
Symptoms
If you're experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms, contact a health care provider.
The common symptoms include:
- Runny nose
- Sneezing
- Watery eyes
- Itchy nose and throat
- Nasal congestion
- Cough
- Wheezing
- Rashes
- Postnasal drip
- Swollen and blue skin under the eyes
- Swollen lips and tongue (angiooedema)
Causes
Occurs when a person inhales or comes in direct contact with a pet’s fur, dander, or saliva. The immune system which protects us you from infections, produces a protein, called antibodies, to fight off the foreign bodies. Sometimes, our immune system overreacts to certain substances like animal's fur or feather causing allergic reactions.
Risk factors include:
- Family history of conditions like Asthma or Allergic Rhinitis or allergic dermatitis often termed as atopy.
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For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Source: Focus Medica.