Question 1

skin prick allergy test with green duo tip. d.pteronyssinus=wheal:7,flare:15(mm);d.farinae=wh:6,flare:15.how mild/moderate/severe my dust allergy is?

Accepted Answer

Testing Qualitative: Prick testing is qualitative not quantitative, so you cannot derive severity from your results.  Also, in order to interpret results you need saline and histamine controls.

Question 2

how do i treat a dust mite bite?

Accepted Answer

Bug Bite: Dust mites don't bite. You need to re-phrase your question. If it is a bug bite, typically a little anti-itch cream is adequate until it resolves on its own.

Question 3

what do dust mite bites look like?

Accepted Answer

Dust mites: Although dust mites eat remnant of human skin they do not eat humans and do not consequently leave marks. Are you thinking bed bugs which leave blood red spots on skin and frequently blood spots on sheets.

Question 4

how should i treat dust mite bites?

Accepted Answer

They don't: House dust mites, although related to the spider, do not bite.  If something is biting you, look for bed bugs or fleas.  The usual treatment is application of a cortisone cream, a prescription one if necessary.

Question 5

can special pillow cases help with dust mite?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Dust mite covers for the pillows, mattress, and box springs can decrease your exposure to dust mites. Additionally, you will want to wash the other bedding (including sheets) on hot water (130 f) once per week.

Question 6

why does a new air mattress only cure my dust mite problems for a few days?

Accepted Answer

Dust mites: Because the infestation still exists  - treat the mites and that should help  - there are commercially available products to spray and keep mites away  - boric acid will help as will a 3% tannic acid solution (basically a strong tea) will also help eradicate the mites.

Question 7

if you use an unwashed bed pillow for 20yrs wouldn't dust mite issues and other "bugs" cause health problems?

Accepted Answer

Possible: The mites tend to thrive in the stuffing and less on the surface.  No problem unless you are allergic to it.  On the other, is this a theoretical exercise since I'd doubt that even a homeless person would allow the pillow unwashed for 20 years.

Question 8

a good site about dust mite allergies?

Accepted Answer

Missionallergy.com: This is an allergy-products company founded by an allergist, so the information on the site is solid and reputable. They also make the best of the various types of dust mite encasings on the market.

Question 9

dust mite rash. what does it look like?

Accepted Answer

Rash: dust mites generally cause eczema, it is patches of very itchy dry skin that can turn red and scaling with scratching

Question 10

what are the sympthoms of dust mite allergies?

Accepted Answer

Sneeze, congestion: The typical symptoms are nasal congestion, sneezing, itching, eyes itching and watery, occasionally looking red.  On the skin itchy skin, and rash, on the ears itchy ears and ear canals.  If ingested the typical symptoms of anaphylaxis.

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How do i treat a dust mite bite?

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If you use an unwashed bed pillow for 20yrs wouldn't dust mite issues and other "bugs" cause health problems?

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