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Allergy to mold - animal dander - dust

Allergy symptoms
Allergy symptoms
Dust mite-proof pillow cover
Dust mite-proof pillow cover
HEPA air filter
HEPA air filter
Yeast and mold
Yeast and mold
Alternative Names

Indoor allergies; Pet allergies; Dust allergies; Mold allergies; Animal dander allergy


Symptoms
  • Coughing
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Hives
  • Itching of the nose, eyes, throat, or skin
  • Rash
  • Redness in the eyes
  • Runny nose
  • Sinus pressure
  • Sneezing
  • Tearing eyes
  • Wheezing

Signs and tests

The doctor will perform a physical exam and ask you questions about your symptoms. The history of symptoms is important in diagnosing allergies, including whether the symptoms vary according to time of day or the season and possible exposures such as having a pet in the household.

Allergy testing is done to see identify the specific allergens that are causing your symptoms. Skin testing is the most common and useful method.

If your doctor determines that you cannot undergo skin testing, a RAST blood test (to look for IgE antibodies to a specific allergen) may be helpful.

Having allergies may also alter the results of the following tests:

  • WBC count , particularly eosinophil count
  • Blood IgE levels


Review Date: 05/25/2009
Reviewed By: Stuart I. Henochowicz, MD, FACP, Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine, Division of Allergy, Immunology, and Rheumatology, Georgetown University Medical School. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org).
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