Operation (de-)Dust Mite a Success

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The quest to cut down dust mites in our bedroom was a success.  I woke up Monday morning without a headache and without needing to blow my nose.  I hadn’t noticed these symptoms much until they were gone, but they were.  Even better, I seemed better able to handle other asthma triggers the rest of the day.  It was even better than the additional meds (Flonase and Spiriva)…

The quest to cut down dust mites in our bedroom was a success.  I woke up Monday morning without a headache and without needing to blow my nose.  I hadn’t noticed these symptoms much until they were gone, but they were.  Even better, I seemed better able to handle other asthma triggers the rest of the day.  It was even better than the additional meds (Flonase and Spiriva) had been alone.

Today I again washed the bedclothes in hot water.  I didn’t wash the comforter, but it did get a spin in the max-heat dryer, which kills dust mites as well.  Yesterday I did more thorough cleaning in the living room than I had in months.

Amazing how breathing better makes all the difference.

3 responses to “Operation (de-)Dust Mite a Success”

  1. lsstrout Avatar
    lsstrout

    YES! *FIST PUMP* I am so glad the bed room fixes worked for you. I also felt much better when I got my own bedroom less dust mited. I am also on Flonase and it is wonderful.

    I still have to remember to take Fexofenadine when I am cleaning dusty stuff or I get a headache, but that is no big deal.

    1. Living 400lbs Avatar

      Thanks. We also did an office move, so I’m no longer sharing an office with a pooch. I miss the dog but it’ll be better for my health.

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