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ReviewClinical and translational allergy2025

Innovative Strategies to Reduce Exposure and Expression of the Major Cat Allergen Fel d 1.

Simone Colosimo, Cristiana Indolfi, Vittoria Frattolillo, Gianluca Mondillo, Alessandra Perrotta, Mariapia Masino, Fabio Decimo, Michele Miraglia Del Giudice

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Review in Clinical and translational allergy, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 5 papers.

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  4. Allergy to Cats: Current Perspectives and Therapeutic Options.Clinical and translational allergy · 2026
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8 authors.

Simone ColosimoDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5598-7883
Cristiana IndolfiDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.
Vittoria FrattolilloDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.
Gianluca MondilloDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.
Alessandra PerrottaDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.
Mariapia MasinoDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.
Fabio DecimoDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.
Michele Miraglia Del GiudiceDepartment of Woman, Child and of General and Specialized Surgery, AOU University of Campania "Luigi Vanvitelli", Naples, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundFel d 1, the primary allergen produced by cats, is a glycoprotein found mainly in their salivary and sebaceous glands. Due to its small size and stability, it easily becomes airborne and adheres to surfaces, posing a persistent problem for allergic individuals.

methodsThis article reviews innovative strategies aimed at reducing Fel d 1 expression and exposure and mitigating its allergic effects on humans.

resultsA key approach involves dietary supplementation with chicken egg-derived IgY antibodies specific to Fel d 1. These antibodies neutralize the allergen in the saliva, significantly reducing its transfer to the fur and environmental presence, with clinical studies showing a notable decrease in nasal symptoms among allergic individuals. Additional dietary factors, such as omega-3 fatty acids, polyphenols, and low-glycemic index foods, may further modulate allergen production via hormonal and sebaceous pathways. Immunotherapy options include the Fel-CuMV vaccine for cats and human-targeted treatments with monoclonal antibodies like REGN1908-1909, both of which demonstrate significant reductions in allergic symptoms. Genetic modification and hormonal manipulation (e.g., neutering) offer further avenues to lower Fel d 1 expression. Environmental strategies, including HEPA filters and protease treatments, can also help reduce allergen load in households.

conclusionsTogether, these approaches form a multifaceted framework for managing cat allergies, potentially allowing allergic individuals to coexist with their pets. Future research should aim to optimize these interventions and explore synergistic combinations to achieve more effective and personalized allergy management. KEY MESSAGE: This review summarizes innovative methods for reducing Fel d 1 production in cats, including genetic, immunological and dietary approaches, with potential implications for allergy prevention in humans.

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cat allergydietary interventionsFel d 1IgY antibodiesimmunotherapy

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PMCPMC12417962

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