New Natural Method for Prevention and Treatment of House Dust Mite Allergy
House dust mites are among the most common triggers of respiratory allergies. Until now, therapy has primarily focused on alleviating allergy symptoms. The aim of the new natural-based method is to eliminate the etiology of the issues, specifically the house dust mites themselves.
Introduction
Allergic rhinitis is the most common type of respiratory allergy worldwide, with its prevalence constantly increasing in recent years and currently affecting up to 40% of the population. Its symptoms include not only rhinitis but also a feeling of a blocked nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose and eyes. This type of allergy is mediated by an immune response based on IgE antibodies, with the most common triggers being grass and tree pollens and house dust mites.
Allergy to House Dust Mites
Blomme et al. in their study assessed the prevalence of allergic rhinitis (AR) in an unselected population sample of 2320 participants. The overall prevalence of AR was 30.9%, with AR caused by sensitization to house dust mites being 17.1%. According to their work, the overall prevalence of AR is expected to increase in the future, highlighting the importance of adequate therapy, which until now has mainly focused on lifestyle measures and symptom relief. The new natural-based method, clinically validated, revolutionarily targets the allergy triggers, specifically eliminating house dust mites.
House dust mites, or more precisely, the proteins contained in their exoskeletons, cause various problems in predisposed individuals. The most common issues include allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, atopic dermatitis, and bronchial asthma. Mites are active during the night, moving to the mattress surface and feeding on dead skin cells. During the day, they hide deep in the mattress, making them practically unreachable. So, how can they be effectively eliminated?
Principle of the New Method
The principle of the new method is simple. The first step is to attract the mites to the surface using the product ExAller®, which is purely natural and contains no insecticides or chemical substances. The main active ingredients are essential oils of lemon balm and lemongrass, which mimic the mites' natural pheromones, causing their migration.
The product needs to be evenly applied to a sheet or other 100% cotton fabric, which is then used to cover the mattress, bedding, upholstery, or plush toys. It should be left to act for 1–2 hours. The second step is to wash the mites away from the fabric surface at 60 °C and to vacuum the surface during the first three applications, ideally with a vacuum cleaner equipped with a HEPA filter. This process needs to be repeated once a week for three weeks to eliminate the mites, and then once a month to prevent re-infestation.
The effectiveness of this method has been supported by clinical research. Jonniaux and Mailleux evaluated respiratory allergy symptoms in 40 children with verified sensitivity to house dust mites. After a two-week application of the product in this study, they observed a significant reduction in allergic symptoms such as a blocked nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose and eyes.
Conclusion
The new natural-based method contributes to the effective elimination of house dust mites from mattresses and other textiles. This can significantly reduce the symptoms of allergic rhinitis without concerns about side effects. The product contains no chemical substances or pesticides and is completely safe for adults, children over 3 years old, and all pets.
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Sources:
1. Blomme K., Tomassen P., Lapeere H. et al. Prevalence of allergic sensitization versus allergic rhinitis symptoms in an unselected population. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 2013; 160 (2): 200–207, doi: 10.1159/000339853.
2. Jonniaux J., Mailleux A.-C. House dust mite avoidance and allergic children: a prospective study of a new strategy. J Allergy Ther 2014; 5: 191, doi: 10.4172/2155-6121.1000191.
3. ExAller. Innovation in the treatment and prevention of house dust mite allergy. Ewopharma.
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