Dust Allergy
We usually see dust floating in the air and start to spread in different places. Health experts found out that dust substances are involve in causing anyone to have signs of illness such as hay fever and cough. People with dust allergies often suffer the most inside their own homes or in other people’s homes.
Dust Allergy Symptoms
- Red, itchy, watery eyes
- Tightness in the chest and shortness of breath
- Runny, itchy, stuffy nose
- Sneezing
- Coughing
Dust Allergy Triggers
- Dust mites – Dust mites—sometimes called bed mites—are the most common cause of allergy from house dust. Dust mites live and multiply easily in warm, humid places.
- Cockroaches – cockroaches are common allergy triggers. Cockroach waste, saliva, and body parts are a problem in some homes. Tiny particles from thecockroach are a common component of household dust and may be the true cause of a dust allergy.
- Mold – Tiny mold particles and spores are a common component of household dust. When people with amold allergy inhale the spores, they get allergy symptoms.
- Pollen – Pollen is a common component of household dust. Some people are allergic to pollen from only beech trees; others areallergic to pollen from only certain kinds of grasses.
- Pet hair, fur or feathers – The pets such as dogs, cats and even birds are also carrier of dust which might cause this kind of allergy. Their dander (skin flakes), saliva and urine, feathers and bird droppings become embedded in household dustand cause problems for people who are allergic to them.
Dust Allergy Management
- Wear a mask while cleaning
- Use anti-allergen covers on mattresses, box springs and pillows
- Help reduce your exposure to dust allergens by wearing a dust mask and gloves.
- Keep all unrefrigerated food covered; dispose of food waste in a tightly sealed garbage can.
- If cockroaches are a known problem, use roach traps and schedule regular visits by a professional pest control service.
