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Could an asthma attack get worse after a day of exposure to dust mites?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly....: If an asthmatic has a dust allergy, then a day of exposure to dust mites could lead to an asthma exacerbation. And, if an asthma exacerbation is already underway, then exposure to dust mites in a sensitive asthmatic could certainly worsen the exacerbation.

Answered 1/30/2014

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Dust mites: Yes, exposure to dust mites can worsen an asthma attack

Answered 8/19/2014

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