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what is the definition or description of: mite allergy?

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Dust allergy: Dust mites are microscopic insects that live in dust.  They are in the spider family but do not bite. People who are allergic to dust mites react to the feces of the dust mite.  Allergic reactions could include sneezing, wheezing and rashes.

Question 2

symptoms of a dust mite allergy?

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Mostly...: Runny/stuffy nose, sneezing, itchy eyes, sometimes asthma. Rarely, skin rash.

Question 3

how to control dust mite allergy?

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Allergy measures: No carpeting. Special allergy pillow and mattress covers, sweep floors on a regular basis, dust using something on the rag( a cleaning solution) to pick up the dust and mites and not spread them into the air. Also have the heating and cooling cleaned and change or cleaned . And clean or replace the furnace filters on a regular basis.

Question 4

what can i do for a dust mite allergy?

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Mite allergy: There are products available to reduce the mite population. Ask you allergist for info. Also immunotherapy is very successful for improving your resistance to dust mites.

Question 5

how do i tell if this is a dust mite allergy?

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Year round symptoms: Since dust mites are in our pillows, mattress, box springs, bedding, symptoms of nasal congestion, sneezing, that is worse in the morning can be related to dust mites.  For a little more information on dust mites, please see my blog at: http://www.Familyallergyasthmacare.Com/2012/11/dust-mites-just-the-facts/.

Question 6

what is the best medicine for dust mite allergy?

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Avoidance: It depends on what symptoms are caused by dust mite allergy and exposure. Most common would be nasal syptoms (allergic rhinitis) and oral antihistamines or topical steroids or antihistamines are very effective. Dust mite exposure in allergic people also can contribute to allergic eczema (atopic dermatitis) and asthma. They are treated in the usual way. 
But best is to avoid dust mite exposure.

Question 7

would being around barn animals effect a dust mite allergy?

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No: Usually dust mites are associated with fabric surfaces feeding on human dander. This would not occur in barns or on animals.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: dust mite allergy?

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Dust Mite allergy: Dust mite allergy is an abnormal immune response to the typically benign dust mite protein. Dust mites are present in most houses found in the bedding, carpets and fabrics. The dust mite is microscopic but it's droppings and body parts trigger allergic symptoms in sensitized individuals. Symptoms usually include nasal congestion, discharge, sneezing and eye symptoms. It can trigger asthma at times.

Question 9

what will really work in controlling dust mite allergy symptoms?

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Controversial: Some recent studies are suggesting that there is not much that can be done about environmental control for dust mites.  I usually recommend washing bed linens weekly in hot water, allergen encasings, and keeping bedroom as uncluttered as possible.

Question 10

how long do the symptoms of a dust mite allergy usually last for?

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Hard to say: Acute symptoms due to a specific exposure can last for one to two hours; less if treated immediately with antihistamines. But dust mite allergen is very common in the environment, so continued exposure throughout the night and day can cause continuous symptoms. If taking an antihistamine on a regular basis doesn't help, see your primary physician or allergist.

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