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Can A Kitten Cause Infection In The Throat ?

Hi I have an irritation in my throat and a dry tickly cough, I m on antibiotics for a chest infection but I concerned I may be allergic to a kitten we ve had for 4 weeks. I ve been feeling unwell for 3 weeks. Mainly coughing and irritating throat. Do yiu think it could be the cat. and what can I take to help me. Thank you
Fri, 20 Dec 2013
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Hello

Welcome in H.C.M.

In connection to your query I would like to say that Cat or any pet may be allergic to some sensitive individuals. Since you are having irritable cough which appears to be allergic and is for last 3 weeks all these facts are putting suspicion as most likely you are having allergic pharyngitis due to kitten.

You may please rule out other common conditions causes allergy like-

1- Carpet in room.

2- Humidity and soiled walls & floor of bed room.

To manage your problem you may do-

a- Avoid kitten to enter your room.

b- Take anti allergic like cetrizine.

I hope this will help you .

Regards.
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Can A Kitten Cause Infection In The Throat ?

Hello Welcome in H.C.M. In connection to your query I would like to say that Cat or any pet may be allergic to some sensitive individuals. Since you are having irritable cough which appears to be allergic and is for last 3 weeks all these facts are putting suspicion as most likely you are having allergic pharyngitis due to kitten. You may please rule out other common conditions causes allergy like- 1- Carpet in room. 2- Humidity and soiled walls & floor of bed room. To manage your problem you may do- a- Avoid kitten to enter your room. b- Take anti allergic like cetrizine. I hope this will help you . Regards.