Cat Allergies - Do you have a cat allergy?
Discover how to fight cat allergens
If your are allergic to something, it is only logical and rational to avoid exposure to that thing that agravates your allergies. On the other hand if you are a cat-lover like me, you couldn’t be any farther from being sane and rational. It’s lucky then that the symptoms of cat allergies are pretty much controllable, however they may never leave you completely. First, let's recall the basics about cat allergens. They are typically airborne, which means you have to inhale them in initially before they can kick off any of your cat allergy symptoms. Cat allergens are tiny, microscopic even, and in size to pollens or mold spores, the two other most prolific airborne allergens. That means they remain hanging in the air longer and they can enter our nosal area easier. If you have a cat, the rate of recontamination runs larger. As your cat walks through the homes, it gives off dander and proteins from its saliva and urine, therefore raising the level of cat allergens in the home even more and therefore causing you to breathe in cat allergies . To combat cat urine problems, try this product. Another 'must read' for all asthma sufferes is a book by Paresh Jivanji who has helped many sufferes. There are some very impressive testimonials on his website here.
Anyway, below is some steps you can attempt to cut down cat allergens in your home and, in the process, decrease your cat allergies as well:
Step 1: You must stop letting your cat share your bed.
As you might think, this is actually a very minimal price to pay. Think about painfull eyes, , nasal congestion, breathing problems, constant scratching of those rashes, swelling, and you will realise that not having your cat in your bed is not that . After all, when we suffer from cat allergies but still insist on owning a cat, you have to realize that there is several things that you must give up to realise a balance between the health and the affection for your cat.
Step 2: No cats in the bedroom at all.
Once again, as you probably know, this is still a really minimal price to pay. for allergy relief. To prevent air from alternative rooms in your homes from contaminating our bedroom air, keep the door shut at all times. An air-conditioner would be a real benefit to keep your bedroom a from cat allergies and allergens.
Step 3: Wash your sheets in very hot water at least once every two months.
If some of us may our cat to pop up our bed every now and then, be certain to wash the bedding frequently. That will help cut down dust mites and cat allergens which you may unconsciously inhale while sleeping. If you have a cat allergy, you can also use one of the excellent steam cleaning devices on the market today that will kill germs and allergens. Use these on your matterress daily and on carpets and other soft furnishings. There is a great e-book on this subject which explains how you can even start a profitable business doing this for other sufferers. Find out more here.
Step 4: Use HEPA filters in rooms that you keep your cat.
HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter is air filter. Occasionally, even after we have positively cleaned your home of all dirt and dust, some cat allergens hang around. They are sometimes quite stubborn to remove. Air filters can help us cleanse the air in your room and cat allergens at a lower level. There are some really cheap air purifiers on Ebay at them moment. Check them out here.
Step 5: Vacuum up cat allergen with high grade HEPA vacuum cleaner a minimum of twice weekly.
Cat allergens usually stick to blinds, carpets, flooring, cushion covers, and othe items of furniture. As you are cleaning, ensure you thoroughly and clean these items. Also, use hypo-allergenic vacuum bags to prevent the allergens from escaping and getting into the air when you dust.
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