Dander allergy facts

Dander allergy is a form of allergy caused by the animals. Dander is the skin flakes of animals that contain protein. The danders are released when the animals scratch their skin. When it comes in contact with our skin, it causes dander allergy. It can adversely affect a person who is prone to such an allergy. It is usually caused when the animals, especially the pet animals lick our skin or rub against our skin. Some of its symptoms are swelling in the throat region along with tongue, faster pulse rate, itching, eczema, dermatitis. It can also show many respiratory symptoms.

All are not prone to develop dander allergy. People having a family history of allergies are at the riskier zone. Being with pets in the same house can easily trigger dander allergy in people who are vulnerable to it. Transmission of this reaction takes as less as 30 minutes. People having hay fever allergic reaction are at the riskier end for this allergic reaction. You can become the victim of dander allergy anywhere. Hence, if you are susceptible to it, avoid coming in contact with pets. If you are unaware regarding family history towards dander allergy, you are advised to go for skin and allergy tests.