CAN YOU DEVELOP AN ALLERGY TO CATS?
Some people love cats، but find themselves sneezing and getting red eyes when they're around them. If you're wondering، "Can you develop an allergy to cats?" the answer is yes، even later in life as an adult. If you're allergic to cats but want one، there are things you can try to get rid of cat allergies naturally، like brushing، vacuuming، and using anti-allergen sprays. Sometimes just being around one specific cat for several weeks or more is enough to lessen your allergy—if only for that one cat.
You Can Develop Cat Allergies as an Adult
Many people notice allergy symptoms from the time they're a child، including congestion، red and itchy eyes، sneezing، coughing، hives، or even bouts of asthma. But sometimes these symptoms don't show up until early adulthood or even later in life. The symptoms may develop right after you pet a cat or hours later in the day.
Often، this means you are allergic to your cat's dander. But sometimes، an outdoor cat that brings in pollen or mold on her fur can cause an allergic reaction too.1 Only a doctor can tell you for certain what the source of your allergy is.
Natural Remedies
If you want to know how to get rid of cat allergies naturally، there are a number of things you can try. Although not guaranteed، some of these remedies might ease your symptoms. First، try leaving one room، like your bedroom، allergen free. Don't let the cat in that room and use hypoallergenic bedding. This gives you a "safe space" free of triggers.
