Question 1

are there any health risks from wearing cat flea collars?

Accepted Answer

YES !!! if it is a: Human wearing the collar. They are not effective on humans and the chemicals they contain can cause illness.

Question 2

what are risks of wearing cat flea collars on ankles?

Accepted Answer

Flea Collar Risks: What is the reasoning for wearing them in the first place? Is this because of a job involving being around flea carriers? I would not suggest the wearing of these at all because they contain chemicals that are known to be toxic to the nervous systems of children and chemicals that carry possible cancer risks.

Question 3

when do cat flea bite?at night or day if in a couch or bed?

Accepted Answer

Flea Treatments: The goal of treatment is to get rid of the fleas by treating the home, pets, and outside areas with insecticide. Small children should not be in the home when insecticides are being used. Birds and fish must be protected during spraying. Home foggers and flea collars do not always work. If home treatments do not work, professional extermination may be needed.

Question 4

how can you treat flea allergy dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Avoidance: Obviously avoidance if possible.  Fleas and other insects cause a rash called papular urticaria.  This can be quite uncomfortable with itching and rash.  One of the otc steroid creams can help, but getting rid of the pests will be a cure.

Question 5

im so itchy,feels like i have fleas.i haven't had a pet ever and been in my apt for a while.tore my place apart found no bugs.can be seasonal allergy?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist?: Many cases of unexplained itching turns out to be from dry skin. Try avoiding scented or antibacterial soap and apply a moisturizer

Question 6

i have broken out into a severe skin allergy due to fleas infestation on my dog. itchy red bumps, spreading. hydrocortisone how long?pain in joints

Accepted Answer

7-10 days: Consult physician for stronger medication. OK to use OTC antihistamine like Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or Zyrtec

Question 7

can i grow out of my cat allergies?

Accepted Answer

Allergies dynamic: Many children's allergies, foods more than inhalants, can greatly lessen or disappear (outgrow) over time, however cat (feline) sensitivity is one if the least likely of the inhalants to be list. The only treatment that may result in loosing one's cat allergy symptoms is immunotherapy (allergy shots) since they can lessen or resolve sensitivity rather than just treat symptoms.

Question 8

what can i do about my cat allergies?

Accepted Answer

Avoid, Treat, Shots: 1) avoid cats
2) treat the symptoms of the allergy with antihistamines
3) an allergist can test you for various allergies and formulate allergy shots (immunotherapy) that will slowly build up your immune system's responce to those allergens (tolerance) over time (years). Cat allergy responds well to this therapy, when given by a properly trained allergist that follows the acaai/aaaai guidelines.

Question 9

what is the best allergy pill for cat allergies?

Accepted Answer

Lots of Options: Over-the-counter non-sedating antihistamines like Allergra, Claritin, and Zyrtec are helpful (I like Zyrtec the best). Other treatments include daily steroid nasal sprays and antihistamine eye drops. Avoidance of triggers is also helpful. If you have a cat, keeping it out of the bedroom is important, HEPA filters, washing cat weekly, frequent cleaning. Allergy shots can also be life-changing.

Question 10

how do you treat a cat allergy?

Accepted Answer

OTC: Cat allergies are treated the same as other environmental allergies. Use an antihistamine such as claritin, zyrtec, or allegra.  There is also zaditor (ketotifen) available for eye symptoms.

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Im so itchy,feels like i have fleas.i haven't had a pet ever and been in my apt for a while.tore my place apart found no bugs.can be seasonal allergy?

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I have broken out into a severe skin allergy due to fleas infestation on my dog. itchy red bumps, spreading. hydrocortisone how long?pain in joints

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