Question 1

can children be allergic to carpet beetles?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: 'carpet beetles' can mean different things to different people, so one would need a better description of the insect to which you are referring.  In general, 'beetles' are not allergenic insects.  However, it is possible that they are associated with another type of insect that is allergenic (like dust mites - very common in your area).

Question 2

i believe i am allergic to carpet beetle larvae.  is there a test to confirm this?  i have read that clinical testing has confirmed for others.

Accepted Answer

Yes, in principle : You will need to determine if you truly have carpet beetle infestation. Next you will need to present your allergy findingd to either your dermatologist and/or allergist.

Question 3

can carpet beetles cause itchy bumps?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Capet beetles can cause a variety of rashes, even asthma and nasal allergy attaccks. For more information, see http://ento.Psu.Edu/extension/factsheets/carpet-beetle-dermatitis.

Question 4

my mom has carpet beetle nite marks all over her lower legs (i'd say around 25-30) on each leg. she has intensive scratching. what treatment is good?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like: your Mom needs a visit to a Dermatologist! I am uncertain that this bug can cause SCABIES like rash but if so both local and sometimes systemic treatment is necessary!
For TEMPORARY helps try DERMA-MEDICONE CREAM

Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 5

can beetles bite humans and cause a rash?

Accepted Answer

No: Usually beetles do not bite people.  There is a beetle that secretes a sticky substance that will cause blisters if you touch it, the blister beetle.  I am not aware of any other beetle rashes or bites.

Question 6

can human urine soaked in carpet affect my health? after using a product the smell has gone but the stain is buried deep in the carpet. new carpet?

Accepted Answer

There should: be no adverse health effects, but if you can't get rid of the stain, you may want a new carpet anyway.

Question 7

can scabies live off dead skin cells deposited in carpet or mattresses longer than 72 hours without human touch? will leaving house 3/4days help?

Accepted Answer

No: It is generally believed that they are not viable after 48-72 hours.  Most cases of persistent scabies are from unsuccessfully treated or reinfection from a close contact.

Question 8

hi i got diatomaceous earth food grade but it's meant for pests and isnt for human consumption, it has 100% amorphous silica and 0.1% crystalized silica. i inhaled some and have it in clumps aroundmy carpet, will i get silicosis from the particles?

Accepted Answer

: The condition arises in those with significant (5-20 year) regular exposure to microparticles of the material. The chance of the cited exposure producing a long term defect approaches zero. The lung does have a self cleaning mechanism designed to remove particles from what we inhale. That system will likely clean up and remove any inhaled material in the next few weeks.

Question 9

can you get a infection on your bum by sitting on a carpet where animals walk on and other humans with their shoes on? my bum is a little expose from my running shorts?

Accepted Answer

: Unless you have an open area in your skin I wouldn't expect a young healthy person to acquire a skin infection under that circumstance.

Question 10

my son is 5 and he says he was bitten by a beetle, now both of his forearms have rashes on them, could it be from a bite?

Accepted Answer

Unusual, see Peds: It would be odd to have just both forearms involved in a rash from an insect bite, so is likely something else that caused that (like crawling around through something?). Cannot say over internet, needs exam by pediatrician to get good clinical impression and treatment plan.

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Can children be allergic to carpet beetles?

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I believe i am allergic to carpet beetle larvae. is there a test to confirm this? i have read that clinical testing has confirmed for others.

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Can carpet beetles cause itchy bumps?

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My mom has carpet beetle nite marks all over her lower legs (i'd say around 25-30) on each leg. she has intensive scratching. what treatment is good?

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Can beetles bite humans and cause a rash?

A member asked:

Can human urine soaked in carpet affect my health? after using a product the smell has gone but the stain is buried deep in the carpet. new carpet?

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Can scabies live off dead skin cells deposited in carpet or mattresses longer than 72 hours without human touch? will leaving house 3/4days help?

A member asked:

Hi i got diatomaceous earth food grade but it's meant for pests and isnt for human consumption, it has 100% amorphous silica and 0.1% crystalized silica. i inhaled some and have it in clumps aroundmy carpet, will i get silicosis from the particles?

A member asked:

Can you get a infection on your bum by sitting on a carpet where animals walk on and other humans with their shoes on? my bum is a little expose from my running shorts?

A member asked:

My son is 5 and he says he was bitten by a beetle, now both of his forearms have rashes on them, could it be from a bite?

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