Can naphthalene or mosquito spray kill house dust mites?
Yes, these substances can kill the mites but the problem is that they like to reside deep within mattresses and pillows. If these chemicals are sprayed on mattresses or pillows, adverse toxic reactions may occur with close physical contact. Can a vacuum cleaner manage the mites? A vacuum cleaner can reduce mite debris, but it is difficult to suck the mites out of the fibers because their legs cling tightly to the fibers. If a vacuum cleaner is used, it should be one with a High Efficiency Particulate Arrester (HEPA) filter, which can absorb 99% of all tiny particles and prevent them from spreading back into the room. Allergic patients, if they vacuum, should wear a dust mask, to avoid inhaling the allergen while doing house-work. Another cleaning alternative (on hard surfaces) is dusting with a damp cloth. So, what should we do if there are dust mites everywhere? Dust and Dust mites are everywhere, but dont panic or run away. For those who are allergic to mites, just pay specific atten
