Dog Allergies/Cat Allergies

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Allergies tend to run in families. Asthma, eczema (atopic dermatitis), and allergic rhinitis (hay fever) often occur in... »

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Cat Allergies

At the year 2000 annual meeting of the American College of Asthma, Allergy, and Immunology in Seattle an interesting... »

Is the Kitty Causing Allergies?

A fascinating study in the January 2000 issue of the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology suggests a powerful way... »

Unexpected Pet Hair

Dog and cat allergens are found in almost all US homes, whether or not dogs or cats live there. The highest... »

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Antihistamine

Aaaachoo! Allergies can make children miserable. Are antihistamines safe for kids to take regularly? Click here to find... »

Baby Allergies

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