How to recognize the Symptoms of Allergies to Dust Mites
The protein substances in the dust mite faeces produces antibodies in humans who are allergic when these are inhaled or touch the skin. These antibodies cause the release of histamines which cause nasal congestion, swelling and irritation of the upper respiratory passages.
Are you suffering with any of the following symptoms:
* Hay fever
* Watering eyes
* Runny nose
* Sneezing
* Asthma, difficulty in breathing
* Infantile eczema
* Itchy, red and watery eyes
* Nasal congestion
* Itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat
* Postmasal drip
* Cough
* Facial pressure and pain
* Frequent awakening
* Swollen, blue-coloured skin under your eyes
* In young children - frequent upward rubbing of the nose
A doctor can use skin tests and blood tests to confirm a suspected dust mite allergy.
Since dust mites are present all year round, the symptoms of the allergy can be present at any time of the year, but are worst in months and seasons when the house is closed and indoor humidity and temperatures are high. The dried dust mite faeces becomes airborne when someone walks over a rug, sits down in a chair, or shakes the bedding, making the allergic person's symptoms worse.
Are you suffering with any of the following symptoms:
* Hay fever
* Watering eyes
* Runny nose
* Sneezing
* Asthma, difficulty in breathing
* Infantile eczema
* Itchy, red and watery eyes
* Nasal congestion
* Itchy nose, roof of mouth or throat
* Postmasal drip
* Cough
* Facial pressure and pain
* Frequent awakening
* Swollen, blue-coloured skin under your eyes
* In young children - frequent upward rubbing of the nose
A doctor can use skin tests and blood tests to confirm a suspected dust mite allergy.
Since dust mites are present all year round, the symptoms of the allergy can be present at any time of the year, but are worst in months and seasons when the house is closed and indoor humidity and temperatures are high. The dried dust mite faeces becomes airborne when someone walks over a rug, sits down in a chair, or shakes the bedding, making the allergic person's symptoms worse.