Dust mites are basically mites that are caused but accumulation of dust in a place. The problem is that dust mites can cause health problems. Many people are allergic to the mites' droppings. Whether the mites are dead or alive they have an adverse effect on human beings.

Dust mite Allergy symptoms are normally shown by similarly to pollen allergy. When their droppings of the dust mite come into contact with the skin and the air; they lead to some health-related conditions. A room that is not well aerated is likely to be invested with the mites. In the bedroom especially there is the largest population of dust mites is found there. The pillows, mattresses and the carpets are prone to dust mites.

It is worthy noting that the mites die when the humidity falls below 60% therefore it is advisable to try to keep the rooms and the entire home dry and less humid. This can be done by running a dehumidifier; an air filter can also help decrease impact of the dust mites. The droppings from the mites can cause Asthma attack or allergic rhinitis.

 The inflammation of the major nasal passages will in most cases lead to allergies which will be in form of:

-watery eyes, sneezing,

-congestion of the nasal passage

-A running nose

- A cough

-drowsiness

-Swollen skin under the eyes

A high likelihood of Asthmatic attack which may bring along other symptoms like

-Chest pains

-difficulty in breathing

- wheezing and coughing which are provoked by a respiratory virus like a flu or a cold.

Allergic rhinitis is another condition that is caused but the mites and can cause sinuses and an inflamed, swollen nose, with the dust mite allergy symptoms including a runny nose, coughs, watery eyes, itchy eyes, headaches and sneezing. Unfortunately the reactions worsen with time and the person suffering from the mites' allergy gets worse with time. More exposure to the mites triggers worse reaction. Therefore efforts should be made to eliminate or limit exposure.

An allergy in most times is confused for a common flu. The initial dust mites allergy symptoms are similar to flu and it can be very difficult to tell the difference.

By keeping the house clean you keep away the dust mite and keep away the dust mite allergic symptoms. Regular vacuuming of carpets and laundering of bedding can help. Also using house dust mite spray to reduce the dust mite is recommended.