Mites are very difficult to perceive with the naked eye, they are usually found in bedrooms living in mattresses, bedding, pillows, cotton stuffed animals, carpets and curtains, they reproduce quickly in warm and humid environments, feeding on skin scales. both of humans and of pets. Mites are responsible for 60% of allergic symptoms, which is why it is important to know the diseases that mites cause and take the necessary measures to eliminate them.
DISEASES THAT MITES CAUSES
Mites are found in each space of our homes that provides an adequate environment for survival, counting rooms with little ventilation and high humidity will be ideal for the reproduction of many mites, among the different diseases that cause mites we have the following:
- Allergic rhinitis: It consists of an irritation in the membranes of the nose caused by exposure to dust in which mites are found.
- Conjunctivitis: This is an allergy that causes itching and burning in the eyes.
- Asthma: Allergic asthma is a respiratory disease that is triggered when allergens such as dust mites are inhaled.
- Atopic dermatitis: Known as eczema, it is an allergic reaction on the skin to be in contact with mites that live on mattresses or bedding.
The diseases that mites cause can become complicated over time, so it is important to take the necessary measures to prevent mites from spreading throughout the house: wash bedding and rugs at more than 60 ° C, exposing mattresses to the sun, vacuuming frequently, avoiding pets, maintaining a dry atmosphere and frequent renovation of carpets or carpets are some of the measures you can take into account to avoid the development of mites inside your home.
