Cat allergies are not caused by the mere presence of the cat or their hair but by proteins in cat dander, urine, and saliva.
However, cat hair carries these allergenic proteins through the air and deposits them in the environment and on objects you touch.
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It’s important to note that there are no truly hypoallergenic cats; this is a myth.
All cats can potentially trigger allergies in humans, but some produce more allergens than others.
This explains why some individuals may experience an allergic reaction to certain cats while not reacting to others.
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Signs you are allergic to cats?
Cats are naturally clean and groom themselves a lot. This fills their fur with allergens.
Allergens, like hair and dander, spread into the environment and onto objects the cat touches.
These allergens can persist for years even in homes without cats.
Cat allergies result from these allergens combined with your immune system’s antibodies.
This combination leads to clinical signs and symptoms.
- Itchiness around the eyes
- Red and watery eyes
- Rash
- Scratching
- Excessive tearing
- Cough
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- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Migraines
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence
