Cats may be allergic to many things, and even cats may be allergic to themselves. Some allergic symptoms in cats can be very serious and can cause discomfort and even fatal. We need to understand what allergies a cat may have, how to determine if yo...
Cats may be allergic to many things, and even cats may be allergic to themselves. Some allergic symptoms in cats can be very serious and can cause discomfort and even fatal. We need to understand what allergies a cat may have, how to determine if your cat has allergies, and what steps you can do to prevent problems.
What to do if cats are allergic?
What is cat allergic?
The cat's immune system produces antibodies if it is exposed to something it is allergic to, even if the substance is harmless. Antibodies are designed to tell the body that something is attacking it, and are often used to fight diseases such as infections. When antibodies are produced against allergens, they cause a cat's immune system to respond. Therefore, this reaction and symptoms shown are called allergies.
Depending on the cat's allergy type, symptoms can range from irritating to life-threatening.
Signs of cats allergic
·Itching
·Hair loss
·Difficult breathing
·Red or irritated
·Sweeping
·Vomiting or vomiting
·Cough
·Wheezing or running nose
·Diarrhea
·Musing paws or tail
A cats with allergic symptoms will show different symptoms, but the symptoms that affect breathing are the most serious. Because of the body's reaction to allergens, cats may have difficulty breathing due to swelling of their face, throat, or nose. This swelling can be severe and can cause coughing (especially if the cat already has asthma), gag, wheezing, and even collapse, which, if not resolved quickly, can eventually lead to death. Oxygen is necessary for life, so if a cat is unable to breathe due to allergies, it is a life-threatening situation.
In addition to breathing problems, if a cat is exposed to something allergic to it, it may shed tears, runny nose and sneeze. Allergens may irritate the mucosa and cause these symptoms.
Cats with allergies may also experience itching, hair loss, redness and irritation in the skin, and chewing on their paws or tails. These symptoms are very common in cats with fleas, food, and other environmental allergies. Allergens can cause the body to be irritated and inflamed, which causes the cat to itch and chew itself to relieve discomfort. The result is hair loss and sometimes even open wounds.
Finally, sometimes the gastrointestinal tract is affected by inflammation and irritation due to allergies. If this happens, diarrhea and vomiting will occur. Causes of cats allergies? Cats may be allergic to many things, and most things are easily found in and around our homes. In some cases, this can make it difficult to eliminate the causes of cat allergies.
1. Pollen: Trees, dust, grass, weeds, mold and mold pollen can all cause cats to be allergic. These environmental allergens are difficult to control.
2. Food: Food allergies are the third common type of allergies in cats. Cats may be allergic to a variety of foods, but animal proteins such as chicken, beef, dairy, fish and eggs are the most common culprits.
3. Flea: A common cause of cats' allergies. Flea bites can cause cats to have irritating allergic reactions, including hair loss, redness and itching. Even cats that are only indoors will have fleas.
4. Drugs: Cats may be allergic to flea drugs, shampoos and other drugs.
5. Cleaning products: Cleaners, floor cleaners and disinfectant sprays can all cause cats to be allergic.
6. Perfume: Strong perfumes and cologne are very exciting in themselves, but some cats are actually allergic to them. Inhaled allergens are a common cause of allergies in cats.
7. Smoke: Like other inhalers, some cats are allergic to cigarettes and other types of smoke.
8. Various surfaces: Fabric, rubber and plastic are all types of surfaces that cats may be allergic to. Some beds, food trays and floor mats can be a problem for cats allergic to these specific surfaces.
Diagnose cats' allergies
It is difficult to find out what cats are allergic to. If the allergic reaction is not obvious, different cleaning products, food trays, beds and medications may be required for elimination and exclusion tests to identify the causes of the allergic reaction. Some blood and skin tests can be used to detect certain types of allergens.
Treatment
The treatment varies depending on the type of allergy in your cat. Eliminating allergens from a cat's environment is an ideal way to treat allergies, but of course it is not always feasible. Depending on the severity of the symptoms and the cause of allergies, it may sometimes be necessary to use long-term medications or allergic therapy for your cat.
How to prevent cat allergies
There is no way to prevent cats from being allergic, but you can usually help limit its exposure to allergens. Keeping your home clean, using dust-free and odorless cat litter, not using too much perfume or deodorant, not smoking inside the house, using regular flea preventers, and using metal or ceramic foods and water trays can help prevent allergic reactions in your cat. If you notice signs of allergies in your cat, it is best to consult a veterinarian.
