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  • Sudden symptoms or signs of anything from allergies to the common cold can cause a parent more than a touch of alarm. But how do you tell if what your child has is a pet allergy? Although allergy symptoms are similar, when it comes to pet allergies in infants, there are some differences.

    Morning Congestion

    If your baby has morning congestion throughout the year, not just during certain seasons, your infant may have an allergy to a pet or dust mites. If the symptoms seem to be seasonal, it may be a reaction to pollen.

    Red, Itchy or Swollen Eyes

    Although a baby can't itch her eyes, red, swollen eyes and the fussiness your baby may exhibit is often a sign of a pet allergy.

    Trouble Breathing

    Children, especially infants, with pet allergies may have difficulty breathing. Watch for wheezing or other breathing difficulties. If your child has asthma, pets can irritate the condition.

    Rash

    A common symptom of many allergies, a rash on any area of an infant's body, can also be a sign of a pet allergy. Rashes can be caused by an animal licking a baby or a child rubbing against something with pet dander, saliva or pet hair.

    Runny Nose

    If your baby has a constant runny or stuffed-up nose, it may be a sign your child has a pet allergy. Pet dander can irritate the nasal passages, causing either symptom.

    Source:

    Babycenter Allergies: How can I figure out what my baby is allergic to?

    Ask Dr.Sears: Allergies

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