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Apr 29 2010

Cat allergies in a new apartment?

Posted by: Alan in cat allergies treatment, tags: allergies, apartment

I’ve just moved into a new apartment, only to learn the previous tenant owned a cat. Unfortunately, I have allergic reactions to cats. I’ve tried cleaning the carpets, candles, sprays, allergy medicine.. the works.. other than moving, what can I do to relieve my symptoms better?

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2 Responses to “Cat allergies in a new apartment?”

JF says:

April 29th, 2010 at 2:54 pm
If you have a carpet in your new apartment and can’t get rid of it, rent a carpet cleaning machine and clean it for good.

Move each big appliances (fridge, stove, etc.) and clean behind them.

On a nice day, open all windows and doors and let the air flow in the apartment.

Keep in mind you could be allergic to something else. If you still have problems, consult an allergist. You could be also allergic to dust or something!

Good luck!
hmark says:

April 29th, 2010 at 3:16 pm
Try getting an air purifier with HEPA filters. It’s costly to keep up the filters, but it will save your sinuses in the long run as cat danders tend to stay in a place for years even if the cat is no longer there.

Other than that, you can also go to your doctor/allergist and get stronger medications to take.

I know, I have allergies & I have a cat which I love and won’t give up, so I find other ways to live with it.