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Negative Health Effects Of Dust Mites And Bed Bugs

Written by Pete Malcolm Saturday, 31 July 2010 07:39

There are several negative health effects of dust mites and bed bugs. They can cause serious health issues such as asthma and severe allergies. Dust mites live in bedding that is not properly cleaned. They feed off our dead skin that shed on to our sheets. They are particularly dangerous to infants and young children as well as the elderly.

There are several negative health effects of dust mites and bed bugs. They can cause serious health issues such as asthma and severe allergies. Dust mites live in bedding that is not properly cleaned. They feed off our dead skin that shed on to our sheets. They are particularly dangerous to infants and young children as well as the elderly.

Some individuals are very allergic to dust mites and need to keep their bedding clean and frequently changed. There are certain clean regiments that will greatly reduce the presence of dust mites. For those that are sensitive to the affects of dust, proper cleaning is absolutely necessary. Dust not only contains dead skin cells but they also contain toxic substances that negatively affect our health. Vacuuming is important for homes that have carpeting but hardwood floors are better options.

There is no way to stop dust from forming within the home. But there are many ways to reduce dust. There are many different kinds of dusting cleansers that will remove dust and reduce the build up of dust. Dust that collects on the floor needs to be cleaned as soon as it is noticed.

Families that have small children must be careful to dust regularly. Toddlers that crawl on the floor may collect dust on their hands and fingers and end up ingesting it into their mouths. This can cause a number of allergic reactions if ingested on a regular basis.

Dust mites and bed bugs are definite nuances. Bed bugs are not known to carry specific diseases but their bites can be very dangerous to individuals with asthma. These bites may cause severe reactions that will require immediate attention from a doctor. Bed bug bites are typically treated like any other bug bite. Calamine lotion can be applied to the bites to stop the itching and swelling.

Bed bugs are another health risk found in our homes. Bed bugs suck blood from their hosts by biting into the skin. The bed bug's saliva can enter the blood stream of humans, causing illness. It is easy to tell if you have bed bugs. You will notices small raised bites that cover your body. Some people have severe reactions to bed bugs that may lead to anaphylaxis.

The presence of bed bugs has to be treated right away. In cases of large infestations, an exterminator will be necessary. Human to human contact will not transmit the skin irritation. Bed bugs hitchhike onto our clothing or attach themselves to pets or other items and will nest in beds and furniture such as sofas.

There are several negative health effects of dust mites and bed bugs. It is important to frequently change sheets and to wash them with detergent and hot water. For individuals with extreme sensitivities to dust mites should take extra care cleaning the house. Dusting should be performed regularly and any carpeting should be replaced with hardwood floors.