Allergic to cat

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Signs you’re allergic to your cat

If you start sneezing when your cat’s nearby, you might not have considered this, but you could be allergic to it.

Allergic to cat

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If you start sneezing when your cat’s nearby, you might not have considered this, but you could be allergic to it.

People can actually have more than one allergy, and these allergies can change as time goes on.

If you worry you might have developed a cat allergy, talk to your doctor.

They usually use a test called the skin-prick test. In this test, they prick a bit of your skin with a sterile probe and put in a liquid.

They’ll watch for any redness or swelling, which could mean an allergy.

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Signs of cat allergies

Think you’re allergic to your cat? Here are some signs to look out for.

  • Sneezing
  • Runny, stuffy nose
  • Nasal congestion
  • Facial pain
  • Coughing

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  • Shortness of breath
  • Red eyes
  • Rashes
  • Tightness in chest
  • Wheezing

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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence