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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.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Dust mites: It might make it worse. Most times a dust mite allergy is worse in the home environment and other factors come into play around farm animals. Dust mites like human skin.
Answered 12/29/2012
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