Pet allergies

Pet allergies

Pet allergies or Animal diseases are the most common source of allergic reactions in animals. Lot of people think that animal allergy is caused by the fur of dogs and cats. But the research studies says that the major allergens are proteins secreted sebaceous glands in the skin of animals shed hair and saliva, as well as proteins that stick to fur when the animal licks itself. Urine is also a source of allergenic proteins. If the substance is transported proteins dries, the proteins are then able to float in the air. Cats may be more sensitive than dogs to cause allergic reactions because they lick themselves more, and may contain more and spend more time near the house of the people.

Causes and risk factors
Animal allergies caused by the immune system response to proteins in the saliva of animals, hair or urine. Allergies and dogs, cats and other animals usually runs in families. In most cases, allergies are hereditary and animals due to a genetic hypersensitivity to these proteins, called allergens. An allergic reaction occurs when the immune system produces only called immunoglobulin E (IgE). This antibody binds to cells of the body (called mast cells) and cause release of histamine (substance dilates blood vessels) and other chemicals. animal allergens, which are carried in the air is sticky and collect on surfaces (eg, blankets, clothes, furniture). Petting, grooming, animal activity, vacuuming and dusting to increase the allergen is released into the air. Pet allergens can remain on surfaces and in the air for months.

Treatment
Animal or pet allergy can be treated by prevention of exposure to sensitizing agents. Where this is not possible, treatment of allergy symptoms depends on the type of allergy, the body system affected and the severity of the reaction. Treatments for allergies in animals include allergen avoidance and minimization of exposure - consider small pet allergens etc. Antihistamines - useful for allergic rhinitis and other allergic skin conditions for mediation. Not helpful in asthma, with the exception of mild asthma or seasonal allergies may be a trigger nasal sprays - including topical steroids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory used for allergic rhinitis eyedrops - ketorolac, levocabastine, ketotifen, olapatadine for allergic conjunctivitis, asthma drugs as inhaled beta-agonists and inhaled corticosteroids - used to treat asthma may have an allergy as a contributing factor to oral steroids - used in short courses of moderate allergic reactions, especially with symptoms of asthma or skin conditions.
Desensitization - results are mixed, and load efficiency or type of allergy and the specific type of reaction.


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