Cat Allergy Symptoms, Sneezing and Scratching?
by Dorothy Medlum

It isn't hard to know if you are allergic to cats.  Many people already know for sure that they are definitely allergic, although they have never gone to see an allergist.  The cues to this are easy.  Whenever a cat is in the area, they have a bad allergic reaction.

It doesn't take a genius to deduct that the cat is the one causing this discomfort.  What are cat allergy symptoms, and what do you do to rid them without getting rid of your pet?

Some Symptoms to Look Out For

When coming in contact with a cat or cat fur, sneezing uncontrollably or watery eyes are the most common symptoms that you have a cat allergy.  Depending on the severity of the allergy, you may have symptoms that are worse than the ones already mentioned.

Some people can have such bad cat allergy symptoms, that they require immediate medical attention.  Their throat may swell up and make it difficult to talk or to swallow. These symptoms may be so severe that cats must be avoided altogether.

If you have cat allergy symptoms and don't want to give up your cat, there might be some supplements or medicine available that will help you.  Therefore, your symptoms would become less severe and you could keep your cat.

However, if you have tried everything and are still having the allergic reaction to the cat, then it is time to give the cat to another home, or give it up for adoption.  Another family is sure to love your pet and take good care of it.

Do not punish your cat for your cat allergy; it is not the fault of the pet.  Your body and your system simply cannot tolerate being around cats.  When you are in contact with the cat, your system gives symptoms that you are allergic.

If being around the cat continues to give you symptoms you have a choice, you can try to live with the cat and your allergies to the animal, or you can try to take medicine to combat your allergies and keep the cat.  The decision is yours to make.  Are you going to learn to deal with your allergies and keep the cat?  Or are you going to get rid of the cat and live allergy free?