Question 1

what do dust mite bites look like?

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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 2

how should i treat dust mite bites?

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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 3

how do i treat a dust mite bite?

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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 4

a good site about dust mite allergies?

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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 5

dust mite rash. what does it look like?

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

Question 6

what are the sympthoms of dust mite allergies?

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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.

Question 7

how long does a dust mite allergic reaction last?

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It depends...: On the amount and duration of exposure. If you're allergic to dust mites and you fluff up a pillow on the way to the washing machine, probably 30 minutes. If you sleep on a pillow without an allergy cover, the all-night-long exposure might last a couple of hours, or if you're highly allergic to dust mites, it might last all day.

Question 8

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 9

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 10

where can i learn more about dust mite allergies?

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Internet: You can google it and there should be a lot of references available. Choose the ones that are easier for you to understand.

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