Re: mites

Posted by Jill on October 26, 2004 at 10:42:45:

In Reply to: Re: mites posted by tim on October 26, 2004 at 00:28:36:

: Unfortunately the bird mites that I am dealing with did not die after spending a hard winter in NE Ohio. Their metablosism slows way down and they just wait until warmer weather. I know, because I had stored some of my blankets, etc in a sealed plastic bag and figured that they would be gone next spring, but when I opened the bag I could tell that they were still alive, the slow crawling on my skin after a few hours.

: What I would do differently is to put in plenty of mothballs (not the old fashioned type) and then seal them. I would then wash things in real hot water and this would take care of things in storage.

: Regarding bug sprays, the one the works best is Tralomethrin, which is in the Spectracide fogger at .09%, which is the strongest I have seen. Walmart and Lowes carry this in the home and garden.

: When I first was infested, I too had the rash on my back from the allergic reaction of so many bites. This has gone away after 2 years of torment, I get very few bites that bother me, just the crawling and increased activity at night, which stills affects the quality of sleep.

: Hope this helps, and keep us posted for what works for you.

: Tim
Thanks Tim-
Did you ever see these things or are they microscopic
so you really think you're nuts- Also, I'm feeling like
a pin prick sensation-is that part of the deal?
Thanks-Jill

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