Severe Pet Allergy | Ask The Allergist
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Are you concerned that you or someone you know may have a severe pet allergy? In this short video Tonya Winders, President and CEO of Allergy and Asthma Network and Dr. Stanley Feynman, a board certified allergist and immunologist with Atlanta Allergy and Asthma sit to discuss questions related to pet allergies. Dr. Feynman also briefly talks about the accuracy and benefits of allergy skin testing as a method of diagnosis.

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Severe Pet Allergy | Ask The Allergist

0:00 Intro
1:05 How Do I Know If I’m Allergic To My Dog?
2:14 How toTest For Dog Allergies?
2:56 Allergy Skin Testing
3:19 Can you Live With a Dog If You Are Allergic?
4:27 Closing


People experience allergy symptoms as a result of an overactive immune system. Their immune systems reacts to allergens that are normally harmless. People can be allergic to many different substances: pollen, mold, dust mites, pets, foods, insect venom, medications and even common household products that contain latex. Environmental allergy symptoms can range from minor skin rashes, runny nose, coughing and sneezing to anaphylaxis, a severe allergic reaction. Common food allergens include milk, eggs, peanuts, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, soy and sesame. Allergy diagnosis involves getting a skin test, blood test or an oral food challenge. Treatment includes overthecounter and prescription medications as well as allergen avoidance. Allergen immunotherapy, designed to build tolerance to allergens, are also a treatment option. With the help of an allergist, you can reduce allergy symptoms.
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