Atopic dermatitis<\/strong> in children<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIn some cases, allergies manifest in a few hours<\/strong> after contact. In sensitive individuals, even after being in a room where a dog has recently been.<\/p>\nHow is an allergy diagnosed?<\/h2>\n
For accurate diagnosis you need:<\/p>\n
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Specific IgE to dog epithelium<\/strong> (blood test)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Skin prick tests<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
In rare cases - provocation test under the supervision of an allergist<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nDiagnostics is important for making a decision about treatment, limiting contact, or starting ASIT<\/strong>.<\/p>\n![\"Blood](\"https:\/\/medilab.km.ua\/wp-content\/themes\/woodmart\/images\/lazy.svg\")
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What is Can f 1, Can f 2, etc.?<\/h2>\n
It allergen proteins<\/strong>, that a dog secretes. The most common are:<\/p>\n\n- \n
Can f 1<\/strong> \u2014 protein present in saliva and sebum<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Can f 5<\/strong> \u2014 a specific allergen that is released only in male dogs<\/strong> (prostatic protein)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nKnowing the exact allergen can help you choose less reactive rock<\/strong>, and also assess the probability of success of ASIT<\/strong>.<\/p>\nHow to reduce allergens in the home?<\/h2>\n\n- \n
Install HEPA filters<\/strong> in the air conditioner and air purifier<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Do not let the dog into the bedroom or nursery.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Minimize textiles<\/strong> \u2014 remove excess carpets, bedspreads, curtains<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Bathe your dog weekly<\/strong> with veterinary shampoo<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Combing outside<\/strong>, not indoors<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Wet cleaning - at least every other day<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nASIT for dog allergies: is it effective?<\/h2>\n
ASIT (allergen-specific immunotherapy) is administration of small doses of allergen for gradual adaptation of the immune system<\/strong>. For dog allergies, it is possible, but:<\/p>\n\n- \n
not shown to everyone<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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effectiveness is lower than for pollen allergy<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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the course continues 3\u20135 years<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
high compliance is required (adherence to the injection schedule)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
ASIT is not a panacea, but in combination with allergen avoidance can significantly reduce the manifestations<\/strong>.<\/p>\nCan I leave my dog at home if my child has a confirmed allergy?<\/h2>\n
The solution is always accepted individually<\/strong>, but possible options:<\/p>\n\n- \n
Partial contact restriction<\/strong>, changing the placement of the dog<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Symptomatic therapy<\/strong> (antihistamines, nasal sprays)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
Changing the breed to a less allergenic one<\/strong> (but after consultation)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
ASIT<\/strong>, if shown<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nIn mild cases, with a properly organized space, a child and a dog can live together<\/strong> without health risk.<\/p>\nThe child has no symptoms, but there was an allergy in the family - should I be careful?<\/h2>\n
Yes. If there is familial predisposition to atopy<\/strong> (allergies, asthma, eczema), the risk of animal allergies is higher. In this case, it is worth:<\/p>\n\n- \n
postpone bringing a dog until 3 years of age<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
do wet cleaning from the first days<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n- \n
choose a breed together with a doctor<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
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have periodic check-ups with an allergist<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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