Dust Mite Allergy
Dust mite allergy is one of the most common indoor allergies. We diagnose precisely and offer effective treatment options including immunotherapy.
- Covered by insurance
- Often same-day appointment
What is a Dust Mite Allergy?
A dust mite allergy is one of the most common indoor allergies. The allergens come from the feces of microscopically small mites that live in mattresses, pillows, and upholstered furniture. Typical symptoms are sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes — especially in the morning after waking up. Without treatment, allergic asthma can develop. We diagnose precisely and offer effective treatment options including allergen-specific immunotherapy.
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How avi Helps You
Sneezing, a runny nose, watery eyes: millions of people in Germany suffer from a house dust allergy. A condition that should absolutely be taken seriously — after all, persistent symptoms can cause serious damage to the bronchi. Our avi doctors help you at all our locations with the long-term treatment of your allergy.
OVERVIEW
Diagnosis
The presence of a house dust allergy is usually diagnosed using a so-called prick and intradermal test. This rules out the possibility that the body's abnormal reaction is attributable to other causes (such as an infection).
During the examination, allergenic particles are applied to or under the skin of potential allergy sufferers. If the skin reacts with redness or wheals after twenty minutes, an allergy is diagnosed.
The prick and intradermal test is particularly well suited to type 1 allergies — the so-called 'immediate-type reactions' — as these produce immediate symptoms.
An alternative form of diagnostics is the detection of elevated IgE antibodies (immunoglobulin E) in the blood. These substances help the body to defend itself against foreign substances.
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Causes & Risk Factors
The triggers of a house dust allergy are specific, objectively harmless allergens such as dust, which the body has classified as dangerous pathogens.
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Typical Symptoms
The typical symptoms of allergic rhinitis include:
- runny nose
- itchy nose
- sneezing
- difficulty breathing through the nose
- if allergens come into contact with the oral mucosa: itching of the tongue, palate, and throat
In cases of allergic conjunctivitis, the following are also present:
- itchy, red, or watery eyes
TREATMENT
Our Treatment Approach
The first step in treating an acute house dust allergy is taking antihistamines and steroids (corticosteroids), which temporarily suppress the body's immune response. These are available as nasal sprays, eye drops, or tablets.
If this symptomatic therapy only inadequately relieves your symptoms, or if asthma is also present as a condition: allergen immunotherapy is then carried out.
For further diagnostics and to determine whether immunotherapy is suitable for you, we are happy to refer you to a specialist.
HOW IT WORKS
How an Appointment Works
We take time for thorough diagnostics and an individual treatment plan.
- 1
History & Consultation
We discuss your symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle in detail and take time for your questions.
~15 min
- 2
Clinical Examination
A thorough physical examination and, if needed, additional diagnostics (e.g., blood draw, ECG, ultrasound).
~15-20 min
- 3
Findings & Diagnosis
We discuss your results and explain what they mean for your health in clear terms.
~10 min
- 4
Treatment Plan & Follow-up
Together we develop an individual treatment plan and arrange follow-up appointments as needed.
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PREPARATION & AFTERCARE
Preparation & Aftercare
Before the appointment
Bring your insurance card
Please remember your health insurance card and any referral if applicable.
Pack previous findings
Current findings, doctor's letters, or imaging from previous treatments help us provide better care.
Medication list
A current list of your medications (incl. dosage) is very helpful.
After the appointment
Follow your treatment plan
Stick to the agreed treatment plan and medication intake.
Schedule follow-up
Arrange a follow-up appointment promptly for monitoring.
Report worsening symptoms
Contact us if your symptoms worsen or new symptoms appear.
Costs & insurance
Covered by statutory insurance
Standard coverage for all statutory health insurance members.
Private / self-pay
on request