Mites are arthropods (creatures with jointed legs and skeletons on the outside of the body) that are related to, but different from, insects and spiders. The vast majority of mites are tiny and many are microscopic.
Most types of mites are free-living; that is, they are not parasites. Mites can feed on plants or fungi, are predators on other tiny creatures (including mites), or eat organic waste.
Can you see dust mites? The only way to really see them is to use a microscope.
If you can get a cheap microscope from a toy or hobby store that has at least a 10x magnification, you can find out once and for all if your home has dust mites. All you need to do is collect some dust samples around your house with a clear piece of tape and examine it under the microscope. Take samples from dusty spaces such as the corner of a room, under a chair or even directly from the fabric of a sofa.
Also take a sample of your bedding, including a pillow and mattress. If you notice itching in your arms or legs, also take a sample from there, as this may be a sign of dust mites on your skin.
Someone with a dust mite allergy may suffer the symptoms repeatedly and continuously and may notice their symptoms, especially when they wake up every morning. If you have dust mites in bed, symptoms may include one or more of the following:
There are multiple types of biting mites. Chiggers are probably the most common. Chiggers are mite larvae that are ubiquitous outdoors, except in arid regions; they bite, feed on the skin, then fall off. The straw spider mite (Pyemotes tritici) is often associated with seeds, straw, hay, and other plant material; it is a parasite of soft-bodied insects that are or have been present on such materials.
You don’t have to detect dust mites because they are a common part of our indoor environment and thrive in warm, moist environments! The answer is to limit your exposure to dust mites and their feces, which is where the allergen resides.
Dust mites love mattresses, largely because of the moisture our bodies release and the dead skin cells we shed during sleep. Given the ideal conditions found in mattresses, it’s not surprising that dust mite concentrations exceed those found in other household items.
Dust mite allergy symptoms can be very subtle. If you are allergic to these creatures, your only symptom could be as simple as chronic congestion, which can be due to one or more of a multitude of different allergens, not just dust mites.
However, it’s important to keep in mind that dust mite allergies in children can be quite serious, as they are related to childhood and adult asthma.
Allergic dermatitis is caused by various species of mites associated with stored grain products, cheese and other foods. These mites do not bite, but they do cause allergic dermatitis because people become sensitized to mite allergens or their waste products.
Rubbing alcohol has long been used in beds to combat a larger cousin of the dust mite, the bedbug. If rubbing alcohol is effective against a larger arachnid, it will certainly kill the dust mite as well. Rubbing alcohol is comfortable to use because it is cheap and odorless. It is also a great disinfectant that kills bacteria.
Denatures allergens with a dust mite spray. You can spray your mattress, pillows, carpets and soft furnishings with a mild allergen-neutralizing treatment They work by breaking down the protein that causes the allergic reaction.
Instead of killing the mites, it simply denatures the mites’ allergens. Avoid pesticides and insecticides, as these can trigger symptoms of chemical sensitivity and are generally not suitable for use in living areas.
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