Just How Common is a Dust Allergy? (Hint: Very)

Baz Team

April 26, 2024

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Woman suffering from Dust Allergy while vacuuming

Having a dust allergy is something that affects more of us than we realize. Seriously, if you’ve ever found yourself sneezing up a storm while doing some light dusting, you’re not alone. These allergies are way more common than you might think.

Dust allergies affect more than 20 million people in the United States. That’s a whole lot of folks reaching for the tissues when the dust starts flying!

What Causes Dust Allergies Anyway?

Dust isn’t just made up of innocent little particles. Nope, it’s chock-full of allergens like dust mites, pet dander, mold spores and even cockroach droppings (gross!).

How Can I Tell If I Have a Dust Allergy?

If you find yourself reaching for the tissues every time you start dusting or when you spend time in a dusty room, there’s a good chance you might have a dust allergy. These microscopic troublemakers can wreak havoc on our immune systems, leading to sneezing, nasal congestion or itching and watery eyes.

Wrangling Your Dust Allergy

So, what’s an allergy sufferer to do? The most efficient way to tackle this is to work with an allergist to develop a specific-to-you treatment plan. Schedule a consultation at Baz today!

This entry was posted in Allergies, Allergy, Allergy Treatment on April 26, 2024 by Baz Team.

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