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Could i have an allergic reaction to wool?

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Yes: Allergies are inappropriate responses of the immune system to substances that do not cause harm. Non-human animal proteins are common cause of allergic reactions, eg cat allergy and dog allergy. Wool from sheep, alpaca or other animals is similarly able to induce allergic reactions.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Maybe: While wool is not a typical allergen, it does act as a skin irritant and can flare up eczema. It also can harbor other allergens. For example, a person allergic to cat is exposed to 10 times as much cat allergen when wearing a wool sweater as opposed to a freshly laundered t-shirt.

Answered 10/4/2016

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