Animal Allergies
Pet Allergies
Cats are the most common cause of pet allergies, but people can be allergic to many other animals and pets.
- Dogs
- Horses
- Guinea pigs
- Hamsters and gerbils
- Birds
- Rabbits
The most common cause of allergic reactions to animals are the enzymes in the animals' saliva and dander. There is no cure for these types of allergies, but reactions can be controlled with the use of medications and various over the counter products.
Bee and Wasp Allergies
Another form of animal allergy is caused by the venom produced by stinging and biting animals.
- Wasp stings
- Bee stings
- Scorpion stings
- Snake bites
Some people are severely allergic to wasp stings and bee stings. These people can go into shock, and possibly even die, if they are stung. Fortunately most people do not react this severely, but bee and wasp stings can be very uncomfortable even if they don't require medical attention.
Unfortunately there is no surgical treatment for allergies, but there are many ways to avoid and control allergic reactions, some of which you can read about here. Texas Sinus Center also offers allergy testing.
