I've had this cough for the last week or so, but I don't feel poorly otherwise, so I don't think I'm sick. The cough seem to result from moisture scratching the back of my throat. I've never had seasonal allergies before, but I've heard that they can develop over time.
2007-04-26 08:44:52 · 6 answers · asked by dullerd 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
Yes.
Post-Nasal drip. I have the exact same thing.
2007-04-26 08:52:46 · answer #1 · answered by Mike 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Although allergies in cats are more rare than cats, it is possible. I would recommend speaking to your veterinarian to make sure there isn't a viral cause to the sneezing. If not, a low dose of an antihistamine could be tried. Cats will sneeze for a variety of reasons. If the sneezing doesn't progress to any mucus discharge or coughing, an underlying viral component is likely. Herpesvirus is an upper respiratory infection carried in cats. Usually kittens are exposed and the virus become quiet, sometimes for years. Some cats have a re-occurrence of the infection with stress. Some cats never show any other signs. Clinical signs include sneezing and sometimes runny eyes. An amino acid supplement, l-lysine, has been shown to knock the virus into the quiet phase. I would recommend trying this first. The lysine can be purchased at GNC or health food store. We carry the supplement in a paste form cats seem to enjoy. If the lysine doesn't work (give it at least 1-2 weeks), an antihistamine, like Benadryl, can be tried. The dose for the Benadryl depends on the size cat. Speak with a veterinarian to get the proper dose for your cat.
2016-05-19 04:23:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I kinda suffer the same thing in the mornings during change of season but, i smoke... thats whats causing mine.
2007-04-26 08:55:46 · answer #3 · answered by Delboy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes they can. Try a cool steam vaporizer or humidifier. This should help with you cough.
2007-04-26 08:54:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes allergies can cause cough too
2007-04-26 08:52:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Allergic Rhinitis and Sinusitis
http://www.aaaai.org/sitemap.stm (site map)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18 (site map)
http://www.nationaljewish.org/disease-info/treatments/alt-ther/nasal-wash.aspx (nasal wash technique…alternative therapy)
http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/health-info/docs/1900/1948.asp?index=8610 (allergy overview..the Cleveland clinic)
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/allergy-shots/AA00017 (allergy shots…the Mayo clinic)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=232 (immunotherapy)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/gallery/rhinitissinusitis.asp (homepage)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/publicedmat/tips/whatisallergytesting.stm (what is allergy testing)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/publicedmat/tips/rhinitis.stm (tips for rhinitis..treatments)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/publicedmat/tips/sinusitis.stm (tips for sinusitis)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=240 (sinus problems)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/resources/easy_reader/rhinitis.pdf (allergic rhinitis)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/resources/fastfacts/allergic_rhinitis.stm (allergic rhinitis)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=239 (rhinitis and sinusitis)
http://www.aaaai.org/ar/working_vol2/001.asp (causes of rhinitis)
http://www.aaaai.org/physref/ (find an allergist or immunologist in your area)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/resources/rgce/rhinitis.asp (how referral can help rhinitis)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/resources/rgce/sinusitis.asp (how referral can help sinusitis)
http://www.aaaai.org/nab/indoor_allergies.stm (indoor allergies)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18 (indoor allergies)
http://www.aaaai.org/nab/index.cfm?p=faq (frequently asked questions about allergies)
http://www.aaaai.org/nab/index.cfm?p=pollen (pollen and mold counts for your area)
http://www.aaaai.org/media/photos_graphics/nab.stm (plant and pollen photo gallery)
http://www.aaaai.org/nab/index.cfm?p=pollution_resources (air pollution websites)
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/allergy.html (medline plus allergies)
http://www.aaaai.org/patients/publicedmat/tips/whatisallergytesting.stm (allergy testing RAST test)
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/allergy-tests/AA00023 (allergy test, mayo clinic)
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/allergy-medications/AA00037 (allergy treatments, mayo clinic)
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_47761.html (mediterranean diet in childhood may ward off allergies)
http://www.medem.com/MedLB/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZ4H568I6C&sub_cat=129 (headaches and allergies)
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/tutorials/allergiestodustmites/htm/index.htm (allergies to house dust mites)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=236 (pet allergies)
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/pet-allergy/DS00859 (pet allergies..mayo clinic)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=234 (mold allergies)
http://www.fda.gov/womens/getthefacts/allergies.html (allergies and hay fever..FDA)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=19&cont=267 (ragweed allergies)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=227 (cochroach allergies)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=230 (holiday allergies)
http://www.aafa.org/display.cfm?id=9&sub=18&cont=222 (air filters)
http://www.rhinitisweb.co.uk/article6.html (rhinitis web)
2007-04-26 10:11:46 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋