Dust Mite Control - How to Get Rid of Dust Mites
Dust Mites are generally very small, and hard to spot; they'll usually be located within the household, primarily in bedrooms and kitchens. These pests thrive in all conditions and specifically find comfort in the nest of warm-blooded creatures, such as humans. They are also drawn to warmth and humidity, so there will be a particular influx around the summer months, and in warmer climates, which means that keeping your house well-ventilated can keep the pests out.
Asthma and Allergies
Dust Mites are known as the primary cause of allergies, which includes asthma, and for this reason can cause significant problems for those in the household. Being in the vicinity of dust mites can heighten one's allergic reaction or initiate asthma attacks.
The symptoms associated with dust mites include wheezing, itchy and watery eyes, eczema, asthma attacks and continued coughing fits. If exposed to the mite's effects at an early age, a child may experience life-long allergies which can cause considerable problems in their home.
This allergy comes from the mite's droppings, which contain a digestive protein that when inhaled by humans, can instigate the allergic reaction. There is no cure for the allergy either, so the best method is to take precautions within your household, such as good ventilation.
Prevention
The ideal place to start dust mite control is in the bedroom, as dust mites are drawn to the warmth and plethora of carpets, mattresses, duvet covers, pillows and rugs. It also makes an ideal spot to mate and lay eggs, and as already mentioned, they are invisible to the human eye and many of us will have very little idea as to their whereabouts. In addition to airing out the mattress and pillows several times a week for a good half hour, make sure you wash the linen in hot water often, and perhaps even use a micro-porous cover to protect your mattress and keep the pests from getting in or out. Nightwear can also be a secret weapon; cotton clothing can be used to absorb perspiration and keep the body cool.
The micro-porous mattress, or 'anti-mite mattress', is perhaps the most highly recommended precaution when in this unfortunate situation; it efficiently creates a barrier between you and the pests as you sleep. Studies have also shown it to improve breathing and greatly relieve symptoms over time.
The majority of the mite's body is water, and is in a condition which they must maintain in order to successfully mate, which means that any garment or surface that is 'infected' can be put into freezing or hot temperatures to completely clear it of the pests. Rather than having to wash and air the carpets in your house on a regular basis however, it would be apt to remove them altogether if there is someone in your home experiencing allergies.
Household Choices
Though it may not be considered practical in certain cases, it's also a good idea, if you're in desperate need, to make sure that you have plastic curtains to prevent the mites from nestling into the usual materials, and wooden or plastic chairs, reducing the amount of places in which they can lay eggs and cause more damage. Again, heavy carpets can be a particular nuisance, and if at all possible, make use of hard-flooring, especially in the bedroom.
Chemicals
Other helpful methods can involve the use of mite-sprays; the use of pesticides, such as Protector P Dust Mite Killer Spray, is considered a last resort and should be used as such. Those facing allergies may also have certain sensitivities towards chemicals, and sprays should only be implemented in the most severe cases, but are equally as effective. The process is primarily employed on heavy set carpets and involves a quick spray in the evening, allowing it to settle in overnight and then an additional spray in the morning, followed by the use of the vacuum cleaner.
Other Methods
Finally, the sufferer may try 'allergy shots', which are a series of injections in which the immune system sensitivity is reduced by releasing an increased amount of allergens into the sufferer over time. This will enable them to respond in a cushioned manner to any allergies they may have, although there is little need to do so in the case of dust mites as their 'dangers' can very easily be dealt with by employing the mentioned solutions, and effectively ridding themselves and their home of these unpleasant pests.
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