How do you get rid of bad allergies?

How do I get rid of my cat allergies?

• I am moving in with a friend who has a cat, but I have TERRIBLE cat allergies. I love animals, however, and don't want to ask my friend to get rid of her cat. Is there some kind of shot I can get or pill I can take to get rid of the allergies? Please help! Thanks.

• Answer:

  A cat allergy is the reaction of immune system of the human body to misinterpret contact with the hair of dandruff of a cat as dangerous. Cat allergy symptoms are caused by the immune system trying to fight off the 'dangerous' substances causing hay fever-like symptoms. There are number of ways which can allow you to eliminate the allergies without eliminating cats from your home. • If possible replace carpets with wooden floors, at least in places where your cat will spend most of her time • Do not allow the cat into the bedroom or on your bed • Get a HEPA-equipped vacuum cleaner • Use a HEPA room air cleaner the bedroom and/or around the house • Cat allergens hide in dust, so make sure that your home is dust-free. Don't forget the curtains - these are notorious dust traps. • In addition to vacuuming, you may consider a vapor steam cleaner to clean your house on a regular basis. It has been shown that steam cleaners are very efficient at removing allergens which have dug themselves into carpets and upholstery. • Don't forget the walls. Dander can also stick to them. If you can, make sure that your walls are painted with washable paint, which can be wiped with wet cloth on a regular basis. • Always use a mask and gloves when cleaning the cat litter tray. Better still, outdoor cats often prefer to go in the great outdoors, assuming your neighbours' tolerance stretches that far. • If your allergy is very bad you may have to use gloves when handling your cat as well • Wipe the cat with a damp cloth daily, that will remove dander stuck to her hair • if possible try to bathe your cat in clean warm water once a week.