dust mite allergy anyone?

[anney]

took DD to an allergy specialist last week and he did the skin ***** test and she seems to just have a dust mite allergy. He gave her drops to start the desensitization process. Has anyone tried this and had success?

[lozzy_mac]

The immunology professor I studied with believes you cannot fully get rid of all the allergens from the environment and so, unless you really find it helps, there is not much point breaking your back over it.
I had a lot of luck with nasonex too.
A good specialist can be a wonderful thing, but so hard to find sometimes. They will help you know if desensitisation is an option for her

[bbr]

took DD to an allergy specialist last week and he did the skin ***** test and she seems to just have a dust mite allergy. He gave her drops to start the desensitization process. Has anyone tried this and had success?

oh sorry to hear your DD has dust mite allergy, same question i have in mind, so the process is an out patient? for some its successful but I've heard she had it for 2 yrs? that long.. i guess it depends on the severity of the allergy. But why the doctor suggested desensitization immediately? Can't she take meds instead?

[anney]

We have tried 2 nasal steroids and 5 antihistamines and they don't help. She is just getting worse. She has had a total of 8 weeks off school this year. Yes she just takes the drops at home for perhaps 18 months with hopefully some relief in about 3 months. Specialist says it won't just go away by itself. it will just vary in severity. So we may as well try giving it a go.

[bbr]

We have tried 2 nasal steroids and 5 antihistamines and they don't help. She is just getting worse. She has had a total of 8 weeks off school this year. Yes she just takes the drops at home for perhaps 18 months with hopefully some relief in about 3 months. Specialist says it won't just go away by itself. it will just vary in severity. So we may as well try giving it a go.

8 weeks off in school? sorry to hear that, if all treatments are useless,then there's no other option, discover also where did she get it so she can avoid it. Goodluck and i hope she feels well soon

[bbr]

Just got the blood test back to say DD has a dust mite allergy. I tried to de-dust mite the house back in February but it did not make much difference. I have bought dust mite proof mattress and pillow protectors and washed everything in hot water. I have a sneaking suspicion it actually might be the classroom that is contributing to it as she was sniffle free while we were home over the January holidays but sniffing again within one week of being back at school.
Going to wash all bedding in hot water again now that the holidays are here but not sure what else I should do but need to do something as she is really uncomfortable.

This might be of help to all dust mites allergic people:

To get rid of these tiny creatures in your home, the dust mites. Keep bedrooms well ventilated and well lit with natural light if possible.Wash throw rugs in hot water.Nasal steroids reduce swelling in your nose so you can breathe better.

They prefer temperatures of 70 F above and humidity of 75% to 80%. They can't survive in colder, drier places. Clean bare floors often with a damp mop or cloth.
Replace drapes with roll-up window shades. If you must have curtains, wash them in hot water each season.

Use an air conditioner or dehumidifier to lower humidity.
Vacuum all upholstered furniture such as sofas. Wood, leather, plaster, or metal furniture is better for dust allergies.
Get rid of stuffed animals, soft toys, and other dust collectors.

Some allergists offer drops under the tongue instead of shots. It’s called oral or sublingual immunotherapy ( or SLIT). Like allergy shots, it exposes your body to an allergen, so you can be used to it.