What Is The Most Common Trigger Of Allergies And Asthma?
The most common trigger of allergy and asthma symptoms are dust mite faeces. Dust mites live in the dust particles that naturally collect in homes. Not too far behind are the tiny scales shed from pet skin and human skin (also called dander) and pollen and mould spores. All are tiny particles that are so light they travel around in the air and can easily be breathed in. The key to making your home as allergen free as possible is to have as few places as possible for particles to collect on, and to keep these places clean. Easier said than done, but there are also some other measures you can take to reduce your asthma. Replacing carpet by solid hard floors such as wooden flooring, laminate or tiles can improve your breathing a lot – you can actually see the dust collecting and so can clean more of it up. Carpets just hand on to dust and provide a great living environment for dust mites. Covering mattresses and pillows with plastic cases or special allergen-proof fabric covers is also a
