Allergies to Animals

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Animal dander (dead skin that is continually shed), urine and saliva can cause a human allergic reactions to pets and other animals. Examples of allergy symptoms include itchy eyes, runny nose and rash. These reactions can make asthma, rhinitis and/or eczema (atopic dermatitis) symptoms worse in some people.

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