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    Feb 23, 2013, 02:11 PM
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    catsmine, what are they???? And how can i get rid of them?
    Dust Mites
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    Feb 23, 2013, 02:11 PM
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    Then those are dust mites. Check the link I put up about them. It sounds like you moved into an infested house. Perhaps the previous owner will help defray the cost of getting rid of them, as it will likely take a professional deep cleaning service to get them. They will need to vacuum out the ductwork, replace the insulation in the attic/crawlspace, and even clean the machinery INSIDE the refrigerator. Then you can look into changing the environment by dehumidifying and sealing out as much as possible.
    OH MY GOD!! I didn't see this reply until now. I brought them with me when I moved! Is there any way to get rid of them if they are just upstairs? Now I'm really freeking out!
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    Feb 23, 2013, 02:18 PM
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    OH MY GOD!!! i didn't see this reply til now. i brought them with me when i moved! is there any way to get rid of them if they are just upstairs? now i'm really freeking out!
    The place I moved into was so dusty and dirty I had to clean the room before I could sleep in it. This house is very very old and in bad shape too. I was desperate for a place to stay when I finally left my house so I took it. I've been vacuuming almost every day and using a damp cloth to dust with. I just want to cry...
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    Feb 23, 2013, 02:28 PM
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    the place i moved into was so dusty and dirty i had to clean the room before i could sleep in it. this house is very very old and in bad shape too. i was desparate for a place to stay when i finally left my house so i took it. i've been vacuuming almost every day and using a damp cloth to dust with. i just want to cry...
    A dehumidifier would be the best way to start.
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    Feb 23, 2013, 02:45 PM
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    A dehumidifier would be the best way to start.
    It is pretty humid in Savannah even in the winter and they keep this place hot! So dust mites are the ones with the shiney bodies then. I sure do appreciate all your help. At least now I finally know what I'm dealing with. Spraying with a mist of half alcohol/water seems to help a lot too, but I want these things out of my life! There's just so many!
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    Mar 3, 2013, 02:34 PM
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    Do they look anything like these?
    Do dust mites have a mate that is dark and looks like a black mite that gets on plants? I'm seeing a lot of them too and their bite really hurts! I just have to get rid of these things. I just order Bedlam spray from DoYourOwnPestControl.com. It's suppose to kill dust mites on contact. These bugs either fly or are blown through the air and get into my eyes all the time. It's just awful! I'm so worried that they are going to take over this huge house where I'm renting a room. I moved out of my house to get away from them but brought them with me as I told you before. I set out glasses of water with dish soap in it to trap them and when I look into the glass I see tiny white things that look like the picture you showed me cept they are curled like a very small c. thanks Catsmine.
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    Mar 3, 2013, 03:52 PM
    The dark flecks may be droppings, or you may have several different species of high moisture pest. One that doesn't bite but does scratch are Springtails.

    Humidity control is going to be your primary control, for these and dust mites and most other nearly microscopic pests.

    Another penny, different bugs (one species of springtail)
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    Mar 5, 2013, 02:56 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Catsmine View Post
    The dark flecks may be droppings, or you may have several different species of high moisture pest. One that doesn't bite but does scratch are Springtails.

    Humidity control is going to be your primary control, for these and dust mites and most other nearly microscopic pests.

    Another penny, different bugs (one species of springtail)
    Unfortunately that's not it. I've been reading your threads about these uknown bugs that get into our homes through new clothes and fabric items. It's the same problem I'm having with these bugs. Now they are all over the house where I'm renting a room! Here's the link to one of your threads

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/pest-c...at-411774.html

    It's the same problem I'm having and I do see them on all of my clothes, in my bed, carpet and everywhere. Someone really needs to take these new species of parasites seriously otherwise we're all going to slowing go insane! I don't think they're dust mites now, not after reading stories from other sufferers. I can't believe I'm living this nightmare!
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    Mar 5, 2013, 03:23 PM
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    unfortunately that's not it. i've been reading your threads about these uknown bugs that get into our homes thru new clothes and fabric items. it's the same problem i'm having with these bugs. now they are all over the house where i'm renting a room! here's the link to one of your threads

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/pest-c...at-411774.html

    it's the same problem i'm having and i do see them on all of my clothes, in my bed, carpet and everywhere. someone really needs to take these new species of parasites seriously otherwise we're all going to slowing go insane! i don't think they're dust mites now, not after reading stories from other sufferers. i can't believe i'm living this nightmare!
    You've read several of these threads, note that on EVERY SINGLE ONE I advise people to get a sample identified. Let me go further, get an identification DOCUMENTED, so that you can discuss solutions with people best qualified to solve them, such as an exterminator for insects/arachnids or a contractor for moisture conditions or an A/C repair service for dust or a decorator for static problems. It's even possible you've developed a neuropathy which would require a medical specialist. The possibilities are legion, and you cannot begin working on a solution until you identify the problem.
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    Mar 5, 2013, 05:41 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Catsmine View Post
    You've read several of these threads, note that on EVERY SINGLE ONE I advise people to get a sample identified. Let me go further, get an identification DOCUMENTED, so that you can discuss solutions with people best qualified to solve them, such as an exterminator for insects/arachnids or a contractor for moisture conditions or an A/C repair service for dust or a decorator for static problems. It's even possible you've developed a neuropathy which would require a medical specialist. The possibilities are legion, and you cannot begin working on a solution until you identify the problem.
    OK. I did send samples of the bug to a local university for identification. Thanks for all your help.
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    Mar 6, 2013, 02:40 AM
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    ok. i did send samples of the bug to a local university for identification. thanks for all your help.
    You're more than welcome.
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