Cat allergies hives

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440120 tn?1211724496 I have had cats my whole life and they usually have slept in my bed at one time or the other. Since losing my beloved cat in Hurricane Dennis I haven't had another cat in 3years. I had my appendix removed last August. I mentioned that because of the mystery purpose of the appendix in the human body. I recently acquired a new 7wk old kitten and for the first week I had it,I showed no signs of an allergy.
Avatar f tn I LOVE cats with all my heart but in allergist to them :(((((((((( whenever I'm near them I get hives! My allergies might be getting better but I'm not sure. Also I'm going to be working at a animal shelter soon were I have to be around cats and dogs. So if any1 would know if there something I could do or take besides allergy meds then can u please tell me?
Avatar f tn Allergies have a genetic basis but not always to the same allergen. Two parents with allergies (50% chance of developing allergies), one parent 30%. It is possible that it is an allergy, however make sure the cat wasn't bathed with anything, I reacted with hives once to the shampoo I used on a puppy at work.
9552239 tn?1404989880 m feeling quite a bit better today for the first time since. I still have very swollen eyes, weird colouring and a very angry hives rash around my neck and jaw. I just want to feel normal again...how long does this go on?
Avatar f tn I have had cats my whole life. The two cats I have currently are 12 years old and I've had them since they were kittens. This year I started to develop an allergy to them. Its gotten worse and worse and now I can't even pat them with out breaking out into hives.. Is there any reason this happens?
Avatar m tn Im allergic to cats and my sister brought her cat home but its been here for a month and its only being happening a few days and sometimes when im not at my house. Anyone know what's wrong?
Avatar m tn I got my gallbladder out just about 3 weeks ago, I m just starting to feel back to normal when I have broke out in Hives. Very itching! The dr. did a CAT scan to verify that I didn't have a bile leak because of exaggerated pain and swelling (test was negative for leak) Now hives< could they be related or just bad luck? any ideas?????
Avatar f tn Hello. I'm new to this site. I probably should start off with a few things about myself to help you guys help me. I've been bruising easily since 6 or so. The rashes started up at age 19. I'm 21 now. I was diagnosed with cat and dog allergies. I'm also allergic to soy and water chestnuts. I had my gallbladder removed in 2014. Age 18. Really the only thing that's a problem is the rashes/hives. I have pictures.
203342 tn?1328737207 I’ve been tested in the past for dogs and cats and did react, especially to cats, and I do have dogs and a cat but I’ve had them for several years and I don’t usually hold the cat because I’ve noticed I’ll get really congested around her and get a rash on my forearms. I’ve covered mattresses and pillows with zippered covers so I wouldn’t think it would be dust mites, either, and I live in a dry climate.
Avatar f tn ) Every tree, grass, pet, dust mites, etc. These allergies cause swelling, breathing issues, sneezing, hives, and the list goes on. I'm 21 years old. Is there a reason behind a sudden drastic allergy change, or is this fairly common?
Avatar m tn I have recently obtained a fluffy type cat that maybe the dandriff may be triggering, i have had this problem just on my hands before the cat was born but it is possible that when i was around the mother cat, (1-2 times maybe) it might have triggered it. (i have had many cats before, but not fluffy like this one now) Another thought was laundry detergent. I have changed detergents 4 times and no change. I have not tried "scentless" detergent.
Avatar n tn I was hoping we would have come away with more information, and an actual diagnoses. To add to the mix we just adopted a cat a few weeks ago. My husband and I both have pet allergies, but he's never experienced anything this severe before. So now we're not sure what the cause is. I'm worried that this will happen again, and am looking for more answers before we consider giving away our cat. Any help, or insights would be appreciated!
1265027 tn?1284839951 She said there was a 5% chance hed be allergic to that but she wanted to try it out. well, he was allergic. After 3 doses he broke out in HIVES all over his face and scalp scratching and screaming in a way no child ought to scream. I immediately gave him benadryl and stopped the meds (wed at 9am was the last dose) it is now friday afternoon he has no fever but is still breaking out in some hives. they go away on their own.
Avatar n tn Hello, From the symptoms you have described, it sounds like the itchy rash can be due to hives. Hives (medically known as urticaria) are red, itchy, raised areas of skin that appear in varying shapes and sizes.They are usually idiopathic but can be caused by viral infections or allergies also. Take antihistamines like Claritin or Zyrtec to get symptom relief. Sedating antihistamine such as Benadryl is used usually at night to get urticaria control.
Avatar f tn The surgeon sent her home with oxycodone for pain management. She only took it 3 days because she developed hives and swollen lips. We attributed this to an oxycodone reaction. However, it is now 3 months later, and the hives have not subsided. They are manageable with prednisone and other antihistamines.
Avatar m tn It appeared again tonight on my throat where my stubble is. I assumed it was my cat at first, but then I got more hives/rash on my upper arms and stomach. I went to lay down and blow the fan on me and discovered my back to be itching. My roommate came in and told me my back was covered in the rash. So once again I'm sitting here naked with a fan blowing on me and calamine lotion. I know you said to avoid the lotion, but I didnt read this until after applying it! But it seems to help...
753096 tn?1233582336 Hello, Yes,you can become allergic to even cats or dogs. Cat allergen, the allergy causing material from cats, is not cat hair, but rather a protein present in the dander and saliva of cats. These allergens become airborne as microscopic particles, which when inhaled into the nose or lungs can produce allergic symptoms.After moving in a new house,people can become allergic to even dust mites and molds.
Avatar f tn This is not a question so much as info to be added to the ongoing discussion. I too have experienced hives followed by painful daily/nightly bouts of acid reflux and belching. I've lost 8 pounds in a week due to nausea. I was tested for H. pylori(negative), lipase and cbc both normal. As a precaustion my doctor gave me a 10 day round of meds for systemic yeast. I also had a cat scan and that was normal.
Avatar n tn Follwoing sex, masterbation with a toy or by hand I experence hives/ intensely itchy skin in my vaginal area for a period of 15-20 minutes. Also my chest and breasts will have a red rash on them following foreplay also lasting 15-20 mins. I have sensitive skin and welp easily if my skin is rubbed with pressure could this be realted?
Avatar f tn Defintely the right choice to get rid of the cat (coming from someone with two cats and cat allergies), she is too young to have to deal with severe allergies. Do as much prevention with the dust allergies as well and hopefully the severity of the reactions with colds/flu will decrease.
Avatar n tn Like for example if due to an allergic reaction,hives have surfaced,then steroids and antihistaminics are the mainstay of treatment.Oral steroids are not useful in prevention of allergies.Pls do not take any steroid without your doctor,s prescription because they have plenty of short and long term side effects. Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.
Avatar f tn Hello, Such a rash which appears and disappears is hives. The most likely triggers for acute urticaria (hives) are allergies, allergies to medicines,Viral infections, , dental and sinus infections, fungal infections, blood transfusions and vaccines. But sometimes hives may be idiopathic. The standard treatment of hives is oral antihistaminics and topical steroids.
Avatar n tn Yes they appear as you said in am then go and then can come later in the day. He is not bothered really by them and I am giving antihistamines, but I don't want to do this forever and would like to find out underlying cause. I don't think it is food. I suppose it bothers me because it is a sign of allergic reaction. He doesn't have breathing difficulties but sometimes gets a runny nose. He doesn't seem to have food allergies either so I just wondered what I should do.
875426 tn?1325528416 I've intermittantly gotten itchy hives on my arms and they seem to initially get set off after being out of doors. I recently found out I'm allergic to a lot of things. I'm moderately allergic to our beloved indoor cat and I'm allergic to some common trees that grow around here, some weeds and grasses and more. The doctor wanted to do allergy shots, but I'm afraid, because I feel I can't take antihistamines, etc.
Avatar n tn My cat has been sneezing and having nasal discharge for a month now. She has no other symptoms. She plays,she eats well. Just sneezes and has nasal drainage. Her eyes are good. No swollen or runny eyes. Is this allergies? I noticed she usually only sneezes when her nose touches objects or she sniffs. Sometimes mucous comes out with the sneeze.
Avatar n tn I do have two dogs that sometimes lay on my sofas but this did not start until a few years ago and I have not had pet allergies before. Can allergies develop later in life? My concern is, if this is not allergies, what is it?