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Hi..my daughter has nasal allergies but is not asthmatic..is it ok to play with cats?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Cat dander: Cat and dog dander are specific allergens. She will be ok if she is not allergic to them, not okay if she is. Before you bring an animal into the house, you should check if she does indeed have an allergy to it.

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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