dust mite

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Thousands of people with a severe dust mite allergy could benefit from a "life changing" new daily treatment.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2025

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

Three tablets treat grass or ragweed allergies, and a fourth gained approval in 2017 for dust mite allergies.

From Salon • Aug. 15, 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