Urine is the main source of Animal allergies in people


ANIMAL ALLERGIES

Many people could be  allergic to animals. People with hereditary hypersensitivity to (called atopy), exposure to proteins (allergens) is a pet hair, saliva, (skin flakes) or urine can cause an allergic reaction. Most allergies in dogs, cats and horses caused by sensitivity to proteins found in saliva and animal dander. Most allergies to rabbits, hamsters and guinea pigs is caused by hypersensitivity of the animal protein in the urine. Allergic reaction to the response of the immune system. Symptoms of allergies occur when these proteins are in the air and affects the lining of the airways. Animal with severe allergies may experience a reaction in the exposure of citizens to the hair that the owner carried on clothing.

Few rodents such as Guinea pigs and gerbils, have become increasingly popular as pets. They can also cause allergic reactions in some people who can mice and rats. Urine is the main source of allergens from these animals.

Animal allergies  can take two years or more to develop and can not fall to six months or more after contact with animals. Carpets and furniture are a reservoir for pet allergens, and allergens can remain for four to six weeks. In addition, these allergens can stay in household air for months after the animal was removed. Therefore, it is prudent for people with allergies to animals to check with the owner or previous owner to find out if furry pets had lived previously in local

Allergens are proteins upon contact with skin or inhaled, causes an allergic reaction that causes the body to produce histamine. The histamine causes swelling and irritation of upper respiratory tract and causes of hay fever and typical symptoms of asthma. The tendency to allergic reactions is often inherited. People who have had asthmatic bronchitis as children in households with pets, especially a cat, has a high risk of developing allergies to cats when they get older. Pets are very important in modern life. When they move house or apartment, chances are the previous owners had an animal is high. It can take months and in a modern insulated flat years until the level of allergens is so low that an allergic reaction is not an option.

If you have  some allergy symptoms, you should avoid that things which can cause them, and you must ensure that your house, no pets. There are so mobile as possible. Walls, wood and the floors are as clean as possible. The floor must be sanded. If necessary, clean walls, woodwork and floors regularly. rugs that can only be used to clean every week. Only the dishes can be washed on a regular basis, such as cotton sheets, washable, synthetic blankets and pillows and mattresses should be used. Do not use blankets of wool or cotton. Only chairs with plastic or wood must be used. There are padded. Hang plastic tents, if possible. Dust on a daily basis. Use wet rags and a vacuum cleaner that is a vortex of air bags and an allergen filter to clean the house thoroughly at least twice a week. To avoid the objects that collect dust, such as teddy bears, pillows, dried flowers, bric-a-brac and toys.

Incidence and Prevalence
According to the Asthma and allergies related to America's foundation , 15-30% of people with allergies are allergic to dogs, cats or other animals. Cats are the main cause of allergies, pet and about 10 million people in the United States are allergic to cats. According to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma  Immunology (AAAAI), about 3 million American children suffer from asthma that is triggered by allergens (eg animal saliva, dander, dust mites, pollen).




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