dust mite

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The way it steers the immune system towards fighting an infection also seemed to reduce the response to house dust mite allergens – which are a trigger of allergic asthma.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

First, Fassett removed the IL-31 gene from mice and exposed them to the house dust mite, a common, itchy allergen.

From Science Daily • Oct. 13, 2023

Clean bedding regularly, and place impermeable covers on your pillows and mattress to block dust mite allergens.

From Washington Post • Jan. 16, 2023

And to complete the cycle, it’s thought these little spores, which are most commonly found in pillows, might feed on dust mite droppings.

From The Guardian • Oct. 8, 2020

Not when a dust mite could be lurking in her midst.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan