Health Tip: Are You Allergic to Dust Mites?

(HealthDay News) -- If you're sneezing and sniffling all the time, tiny dust mites sharing your space may be to blame.

Look for these warning signs of dust mite allergy, courtesy of the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America:

  • Stuffy or runny nose.
  • Frequent sneezing or coughing.
  • Watery, itchy or red eyes.
  • Itching of the mouth, throat or nose, or postnasal drip.

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