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Can cats cause asthma or breathing problems?
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Yes.: Cat allergy is very common, and is a common trigger of asthma attacks.
Answered 1/16/2012
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Yes: If you are allergic to cats then you would be more prone to coughing and wheezing with exposure. However, if you are not allergic, it is unlikely that cats will cause problems with your asthma.
Answered 11/1/2013
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