hives

[skye*]

My daughter has hives and has had them for 6 days now, we took her to see her pediatritian and he said it could be from anything new. Of corse he just said to wait it out.Well as some of you know we got a new pet ferret on the 30th of last month and her hives showed up the day after. I called the store and they said i could take her back and get a refund wich is good. But im already attatched and i want to make sure its the ferret before we bring her back. My daughter really likes her and shes very sweet dosent nip at all.
ahh what to do... anyone ever heard of allergies like this? We have cats and shes always been fine, we havent changed anything in her clothes, food ect.
This is the only thing new in her life.

Any ideas??
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[Aleigh]

Sorry...I hate to say this, but it sounds like the ferret to me. :( I'm not allergic to cats or dogs or any other animals (that I know of), but Guinea pigs and rats, give me hives, so not having a problem with cats doesn't necesarily mean you're not allergic to any furry animals. :( The fact that she broke out the next day really makes me think that's what caused it.

:hugz: That really sucks if you do have to give up your new furkid. (That's what my mom calls furry pets). :(

[Rowan MoonDragon]

My oldest daughter is allergic to our long hair cats but not the short hair, so yes, I think its possible as well. My daughters allergies aren't as bad. She just has to wash her hands after petting them and they cant sleep in her room so she has to keep her door closed. We thought about getting rid of the cats too but its really difficult. Since taking these precautions its been alot better....and Benedryl works wonders as well. I hope you find an answer that is beneficial to you all.

Blessed Be.

[Ceres]

can the ferret go visit someplace for a few days so u can see if the reaction goes away? my son had a weird rash that wasnt itchy but looked terrible that lasted for about 8 mths. we never did find out what it was. are these hives itchy?