Some people buy a dog and then find out within a month that members of their family are allergic to it. This is an unfortunate scenario, but it does happen. If you are buying a dog for the first time, you must first make sure that all family members will be able to live with the dog under one roof.
Dr. Irene
Who's at risk?
- Those whose parents suffer from dog and pet allergies.
- Those who have already experienced an allergic reaction to other antigens (pollen, dust mite, food, etc.).
- Those who suffer from disorders of digestion and assimilation of food, with an imbalance of intestinal microflora.
How to check if you are allergic
It is worth doing a general blood test with leukoformula, total IgE, IgE to the epithelium, and saliva of the dog. If a high level of IgE is detected, it is best to give up the idea of having a pet.
However, you should keep in mind that these tests may not be informative if ===there has been no contact with dogs for a long time. For a more accurate diagnosis,...
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