What kind of mite is biting me?
How can I tell what type of mite is biting or infesting me?
A formal identification of the organism infesting your home or skin can only be obtained from a degreed professional with a microscope. However, certain environmental factors can provide clues as to what kind of mite you may be dealing with. If you’ve found abandoned bird nests in your attic or gutters, bird mites may be the culprit. If you’ve recently dealt with a rodent infestation, rodent mites will be your prime suspects. If you have pets, mange mites could be the enemy. If you feel sensations of being swarmed by several micro tiny creatures at one time, springtails or straw itch mites could be the enemy. This list of generalizations is not meant to serve as a guide for medical diagnosis. The idea that springtails can bite or infest humans is still disputed by most doctors, but there is compelling evidence to support claims that springtails are the culprit behind mysterious itching and crawling sensations in mold infested homes. Politics aside, entomologists and pest control professionals AGREE that springtails are quite capable of infesting homes by the millions. The only dispute lies in their ability to bite or infest skin. For a deeper discussion of the collembola debate, consult our article on springtails.
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Top Fifteen Questions Posed by Mite Customers
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2.) How can I tell what type of mite is infesting me?
3.) How can I tell the difference between a mite and a springtail?
4.) How can I trap mites and collect mite samples?
5.) Who can identify my mite samples?
7.) Are there any natural supplements I can take to help my immune system battle mites?
8.) What are some handy products I can buy at the store to treat mites?
9.) How do I kill mites in the laundry?
10.) Do essential oils work as well as chemicals against mites?
11.) Is your cedar oil formula safe for humans?
12.) Is your cedar oil formula safe for dogs, cats and horses?
13.) What’s in Dr. Ben’s Evictor? What are the active and inactive ingredients?
14.) What’s the difference between the indoor formula and the outdoor formula?