Hello,

Thank you for asking your query at DoctorSpring. 

I would like to know what kind of allergy do you have, when exposed to Cats ?

Do you get skin manifestations alone (as in itching / burning) ? Do you get any respiratory manifestations ? As in breathing trouble ? Cough ?

Since you have cats living there, do you get these allergies now ?

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Thank you

Hello,

Unfortunately yes, you are at risk of coming in contact with cat dander. The important thing is that, its not just the dander, there are  other allergens in the Cat's body / saliva / secretion or faeces which could cause the allergic reactions. And these allergens can be airborne. So there is no need for direct contact to spread. And yes this can transfer to your clothes (as you have suspected) and can add up to the allergies. 

If you were having no symptoms it would be rather ok to keep the cats there. However since you are having some allergy related symptoms the exposure need to be minimised. You may have take some extreme measures for that including moving the cats to some place. 

Hope this helps.

Thank you

Please feel free to ask followup questions. 

Well, its not that big a problem. It's easier if you could do without the cats, thats all. Most of the common allergens are universally present. So there is no point in taking extreme precautions. 

I understand you are taking care to avoid any contact with cats. That's good. Just make sure that you not exposed to the air in and around the cats dwelling place. (like by not being near the rooms). That should help.

Wish you good health.