The respiratory effects of reduction of mite allergen in the bedrooms of asthmatic children — a double‐blind controlled trial

Abstract

The results suggest that mite removal procedures may modestly improve mite-sensitive asthmatics and could perhaps be of value in exceptionally mite-sensitive and/or highly mite-exposed individuals whose response to the attempted removal should be measured.

Clinical effectiveness of a mite allergen–impermeable bed-covering system in asthmatic mite-sensitive patients

“…23,[26][27][28][29] Nevertheless, in most studies in which covers were combined with other devices, the results of HDM reduction were attributed to the effect of the covers. 23,28,29 In conclusion, this study shows that reducing HDM allergen levels could improve the morning peak flow in asthmatic patients by 20 L/min in 9 weeks. Research to evaluate the long-term clinical effect of avoidance Morning PEF for the active and placebo groups during 9 weeks of intervention.…”

The indoor environment and its effects on childhood asthma

“…To help control dust mite exposure, the 2007 National Asthma Education and Prevention Program (NAEPP) guidelines recommend installation of allergen-proof mattress and pillow encasements, washing of all bedding every 1-2 weeks in hot water, removal of stuffed toys, reduction of indoor humidity, and regular vacuuming and dusting. These strategies reduce asthma symptoms and medication requirements, and improve lung function [77,78].…”

Validation of Family Sampling for Mite Allergen (Der p 1) Exposure

“…Family sampling is a valid method of estimating Der p 1 exposure, particularly as more major change in allergen concentration is required for clinical effect [3]. This could considerably reduce the cost of Der p 1 sampling in the community.…”