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Could the eye crust that forms during the night while sleeping consist of dust mite droppings?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No, this is from : Your eyes- it isn't tiny dust mite turds.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/29/2013

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A member asked:

Could the eye crust that forms during the night while sleeping consist of dust mite droppings?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

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