dust mite
noun
: any of various mites (especially family Pyroglyphidae) commonly found in house dust compare house dust mite
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Subclinical nasal inflammation from dust mites, pet dander or mold doesn’t need to produce obvious symptoms to disrupt airflow during sleep.
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Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Think mold, mildew, and dust mites, which all thrive in damp environments.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
High temperatures are effective at killing dust mites.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
High water temperatures are effective at killing dust mites, so this step matters for allergy relief.
—Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
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Allison Palmer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Apr. 2026
Think mold, mildew, and dust mites, which all thrive in damp environments.
—Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
High temperatures are effective at killing dust mites.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 11 Apr. 2026
High water temperatures are effective at killing dust mites, so this step matters for allergy relief.
—Kansas City Star, 10 Apr. 2026
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“Dust mite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dust%20mite. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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