Quote:
|
Originally Posted by gator Hi Franky,
Thanks for the info about mites. I am allergic to dust mites.I was wondering if maybe my itching head and hair loss may be from demodex mites. Is there a treatment for for this for humans? I have heard there is a pill for horses with these kind of mites.
I sometimes wonder why God made biting bugs in the first place,especially those that bite humans?
"A good deed is a forever treasure in the heart of the receiver"
Mona |
Dust mites are tiny insects that are invisible to the naked eye. Every home has dust mites. They feed on human skin flakes and are found in mattresses, pillows, carpets, upholstered furniture, bedcovers, clothes, stuffed toys and fabric and fabric-covered items. Body parts and feces from dust mites can trigger asthma in individuals with allergic reactions to dust mites, and exposure to dust mites can cause asthma in children who have not previously exhibited asthma symptoms.
Preventive Strategies
* Use a dehumidifier or air conditioner to maintain relative humidity at about 50% or below.
* Encase your mattress and pillows in dust-proof or allergen impermeable covers (available from specialty supply mail order companies, bedding and some department stores).
* Wash all bedding and blankets once a week in hot water (at least 130 - 140°F) to kill dust mites. Non-washable bedding can be frozen overnight to kill dust mites.
* Replace wool or feathered bedding with synthetic materials and traditional stuffed animals with washable ones.
* If possible, replace wall-to-wall carpets in bedrooms with bare floors (linoleum, tile or wood) and remove fabric curtains and upholstered furniture.
* Use a damp mop or rag to remove dust. Never use a dry cloth since this just stirs up mite allergens.
* Use a vacuum cleaner with either a double-layered microfilter bag or a HEPA filter to trap allergens that pass through a vacuum's exhaust.
* Wear a mask while vacuuming to avoid inhaling allergens, and stay out of the vacuumed area for 20 minutes to allow any dust and allergens to settle after vacuuming.