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Dust exposure
Exposure to dust mites is a trigger for some children, and taking measures to reduce house dust near the child can be effective. Replacing the filters on your forced-air furnace every few months and damp-mopping to clean dust from your living areas can reduce dust exposure.
Dr. Jeff Livingston reviewed this
24 year experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology
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