I've seemed to grow out of it my asthma for the most part. I used to develop wheezing just about all the time, but as I've gotten older, It only comes when I'm doing something strenuous or around a trigger.
I'm allergic to cats, and have mild seasonal allergies (typical runny nose and itchy eyes, but nothing major, and it doesn't last for weeks, only as the seasons change)
I USED to develop an itchy rash, get a very stuffy/runny nose, itchy eyes, etc. AND wheez very badly if I went near a cat.
Heres the problem:
My boyfriend and I recently got a kitten, and I'm not itching from him at all. My nose isn't really runny or stuffy (ive been taking some claritin), eyes arent watery, but my asthma is acting up every once and awhile.
My doctor put me on flovent, and gave me albuterol to use as needed. How long does flovent take to kick in?
Has anyone been in this situation? and my stupid doctor basically told me to just give away my baby. Obviously, this isn't an option - help! :(
2006-09-26 19:34:11 · 3 answers · asked by m0o p!e 3 in Pets ➔ Cats
I have very strong allergies to my cat but i love him. You want to keep it so just keep it away from your bedding. It will help a little bit and just love it. Usually it takes drugs about a week to kick in. Enjoy your cat! They are really entertaining and you'll just have to suffer every once in a while.
2006-09-26 19:58:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When someone is allergic to a cat, they are actually allergic to the cats dander and not the cat itself! I have worked with pets and their owners for years and have found that it is possible for owners to be allergic to one cat and not the other. To help with a cats dander, normal good housekeeping and bathing and grooming of your cat is a big help! Vacuuming, brushing, and air purifiers and filters are the most important to do. With medication for people, everyone is different! For some an over the counter allergy pill does the trick. Others do go in for allergy shots.
Your doctors opinion of simply giving up and "getting rid of" your kitten, is completly unprofessional and irresponsible! When we make the decision to provide a loving home to pets, the most benefical and lifelong care is included! THE MOST COMMON REASON ANIMALS ARE IN OUR LOCAL SHELTERS IS FROM OWNER ALLERGIES! This is something that is not even thought about when people do go and adopt.
If the problem is so sever that a new home is the answer, it is understandable however please understand the change your are choosing to your kittens life! At a younger age, he is more adaptable to a new home. Finding a home on your researched and best judgment, is the best thing you can do to be fair to your kitten after all, this is no fault of your kittens and chances are, he has bonded with you!
2006-09-27 02:58:36 · answer #2 · answered by scubajw21 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wow i feel your pain im the same exact way! Ive used Flovent in the past and really didnt like it because it took almost forever to work at least for me. I now use qvar and albuterol...albuterol is like my best friend. I got a kitty Hustler and cant bare with letting him go! i figure ill get used to him but who knows right. I used to take claritin too but switched to alegra and its awesome all the allergie related symptoms go away! good luck with your kitty theyre lots of fun! and good luck with the asthma/allergies they get annoying at times lol
2006-09-27 02:58:30 · answer #3 · answered by rock 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋