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nani
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| Tue Mar 28, 2006 8:26 am Allergy Triggers at Home |
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Allergy Triggers at Home
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Rather than a single substance, so-called "house dust" is a mixture of potentially allergenic materials. It may contain fibers from different types of fabrics and materials such as:
Cotton lint, feathers, and other stuffing materials
Dander from cats, dogs, and other animals
Bacteria
Mold and fungus spores (especially in damp areas)
Food particles
Bits of plants and insects
Other allergens peculiar to an individual house or building
Cockroaches are commonly found in crowded cities and in the southern United States. Certain proteins in cockroach feces and saliva also can be found in house dust. These proteins can cause allergic reactions or trigger asthma symptoms in some people, especially children. Cockroach allergens likely play a significant role in causing asthma in many inner-city populations |
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