dander
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- noun
- /ˈdændər/
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- As tough as it may be, animal dander is one of the worst triggers for many asthmatics.
- dog dander
- animal dander
- pet dander
But again, the less that you have in the house that'll hold on to this protein, to the hair, to the dander is going to help you in the long run.
- But again, the less that you have in the house that'll hold on to this protein, to the hair, to the dander is going to help you in the long run.
- And that's where you get the redness and the itching from, from dander for seborrheic dermatitis is from an an inappropriate immune response.
Examples
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Such individuals have often developed allergies to house dust mites, pet fur and dander, molds and spores.
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You know, I'm not married, and I'm severely allergic to cat and dog dander, so I guess you could say these are like my children.
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You know, I have an extremely sensitive reaction to dog dander, so maybe- -
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You know, I have an extremely sensitive reaction to dog dander, so maybe I shouldn't ...
Fiction book (1992) -
When patients do not remove their dog from the home, other recommendations to control dog dander allergens are typically offered.
Academic text (2007) -
With regard to dog dander, the most effective measure in controlling dog allergens is to persuade the patient not to have a dog.
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Approximately 70% of the allergists reported that they considered animal dander immunotherapy beneficial.
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Immunotherapy is also used as a treatment option for patients who have animal dander-induced allergic rhinitis and asthma.
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It's caused by the body's sensitivity to environmental allergens, such as pollen, mold, dust, animal dander, and some foods.
Blog text (25) -
Also found indoors are fungi, bacteria, viruses, mites, pollens, and animal dander, all of which can exacerbate ailments, especially in closed, often airtight buildings.
Academic text (2004)
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Etymology
Dander for small animal skin flakes likely comes from the same idea as dandruff, which means 'loose skin'. So dander is literally 'skin flakes', which is why it can trigger allergies.