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Nowadays, many people keep animals like dogs or cats in their homes. It is said that it is also good for the mental health of the person. This helps in reducing loneliness. Also, while taking the dog out for a walk, the person also takes a walk. Pets can help reduce stress. People treat pets like members of their family. He takes complete care of them so that the health of the pet and the person in front remains healthy. But if some things are not taken care of, it can cause health problems to the person.
In some cases, spending too much time with a pet can have a negative impact on a person’s health. There may be problems related to allergy, infection or respiratory cyst. But apart from this, it can also affect skin and hair. It is said that the problem of hair fall is seen a lot in people who have pets at home. But how much truth is there in this? Let us know the expert’s opinion about it.
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According to the National Library of Medicine, infection can occur in humans from animals. Tinea capitis fungal infection can be found on the skin of pets such as dogs or cats and if a person touches their skin while caressing or cleaning it, then this infection can also happen to a person. Non-inflammatory tinea capitis causes single or multiple round, clearly-bordered bald patches on the scalp, covered with a light white coating. In this, the hair breaks from the roots, due to which small black dots appear on the skin. There may also be itching in the head. If a pet has an infection, the chances of a person also getting infected may increase. Therefore, take care of the cleanliness of your pet and if you notice any problem in it, take it to the pet doctor.
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Keep these things in mind
If you have pets in your house, then you must keep some things in mind to take care of their health and yours. Pay full attention to the cleanliness of the animals and their living space. Be sure to clean the bed, toys, food bowls and their related items every 1 to 2 days. If pets roam in the house, take full care of cleaning the floor. Wash hands thoroughly with soap after touching, bathing, feeding the animal or cleaning its toilet area.
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Get all the vaccines given to the pet on time. Do not touch the animal’s mouth with your face, it may cause pimples on the face. Apart from this, some people may be allergic to pet hair or dandruff emanating from their body. In such a situation, you should take many precautions. If the pet has an infection or is sick, wear gloves when handling it and wash your hands with soap.
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