I have 2 cats and I am allergic (i used to not be...but I won't bore you with all that).
You have to get a good vacuum. Most of these vacuums don't really do the trick, you need a vacuum that will suck your eyeball out if given the chance (ok a slight exageration). Vacuum at least once a week minimum.
Get an Air Filter. I have an Ionic Breeze which is fucking wonderful. It makes things soooo much better, well worth the money in my opinion.
Nasal Crom is your friend. Its an OTC nasal spray and it works wonders. Don't get me wrong, I still have my difficult days, but not half as bad as when I didn't do any of the stuff I said above.
If you want to go perscription, clarinex works real good.
And those allergans reduced pillows and matress pads work good too.
Andhave a safe haven room if possible. I let the cats go everywhere but my bedroom. I hate it, but it makes waking up so much better without blowing gallons of snot out. Plus they can always go sleep with my sister so I don't feel as guilty about locking em out of my room.
Last edited by Jim Kata; 04-12-2004 at 11:06 AM..
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