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Indoor Allergens (cont.)

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Indoor Allergies Symptoms

  • The usual symptoms of indoor allergic reactions are those of many other allergic reactions:

    • Itchy, stuffy nose


    • Clear nasal discharge


    • Itchy, watery, swollen, bloodshot eyes


    • Sneezing


    • Scratchy, swollen throat


    • Cough


    • Wheezing


    • Tightness in the chest

  • Reactions to animal allergens may be very mild or quite severe. Symptoms may occur immediately after exposure to the allergen, or they may build gradually for 8-12 hours after exposure or become persistent.

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