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How to know if you're allergic to your pet (and not something else)

By: Pet Finder May 4th 2012 8:38AM

Allergy season is here and I've got the runny nose to prove it. If you're experiencing allergy symptoms for the first time, you may wonder whether your pet has something to do with your sudden sniffles. But your pet may not be to blame. Here are some things to consider: You may have more than one allergy. "It is common to see other types of allergies in an individual with pet allergies," says Deborah Pockross, M.D., an allergist and immunologist at Kenilworth Medical Associates in Illinois. "Common allergens include tree pollen, grass pollen, ragweed pollen, dust mites and mold." If you experience a sudden increase in symptoms, or are experiencing symptoms for the first time, head to your ...

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