If your nose runs and your eyes water or you start sneezing and wheezing after petting or playing with a cat, you likely have a cat allergy. A cat allergy can contribute to constant allergy symptoms, as exposure can occur at work, school, day care or in other indoor environments, even if a cat is not present. Cat allergy symptoms range from mild to severe, depending on an individual’s sensitivity and the level of exposure
Cat allergy symptoms may include:
- Sneezing or a runny or stuffy nose
- Facial pain (from nasal congestion)
- Coughing, chest tightness, shortness of breath and wheezing
- Watery, red or itchy eyes
- Skin rash or hives
Some people may also develop a rash or hives after being scratched by a cat. Treatments for cat allergy vary, depending on the symptoms.
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