Article: The Dust Mite Allergy
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The Dust Mite Allergy
Dust mites are so incredibly small that if you were to examine one gram of dust, you would find as many as 500. However, remember the saying, ?Big things come in small packages.? This is true for dust mites in that this small creature can do a lot of damage. Keep in mind that the dust mite itself is not necessarily the problem but the proteins produced in the feces.
The dust mite is related to ticks and spiders and is commonly found in carpet, furniture, curtains, stuffed animals, bedding, and any place where dust collects. For a dust mite to grow, they must have a warm and humid environment, which is why you would not find them living in a dry climate or any place 3,000 feet above sea level or higher. While most people think they have reaction to dust, the fact is they actu...
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