Suggest treatment for rashes developed due to dust mites

Posted on Wed, 11 May 2016

Question: Hi Doctor, l developed rashes, cost by dust mites. I happened tohave slept
In the guest room bed which has been left unchanged for a month. A friend told
me there's a UV light treatment for this. May l know what specialist to look for?

Answered by Dr. Albana Sejdini (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Dermatologist to consult as soon as possible...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have gone through your medical history carefully and understood your concern.

As you've been developed rashes due to dust mites, then, there are a few things to clarify in here:
- skin rashes are signs of allergy reaction.
- if allergy is confirmed, UV light treatment is not the right choice. Anti-histamines, anti-inflammatory meds are advised to take orally, locally or even parental if severe symptoms are present.

You can send a photo of the rashes on your skin for further evaluation.

For the moment, I can only say that you need to get further consultation with dermatologist. He/she will provide the final diagnosis and treatment after a good physical examination or can ask to run further tests like allergy testing or serology tests.

All the best!
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar