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Posted 9/8/2015 6:55 AM (GMT -5)
I've been battling a mite infestation in my apartment for about 2 months and about to lose my mind. Keeping everything in plastic bags, vacuuming all the time and wiping everything down with bleach and borax. This is exhausting, esp while facing lyme. Just got attacked last night and now I am covered with bites all over and scared I am going to keep getting reinfected with lyme and other coinfections.

Has anyone successfully and ideally quickly resolved a mite infestation? I have a tree outside my window with lively bird activity and spotted a mouse in the house a couple times in the past year so may be bird or mouse mites...they are the black pepper kind that leave tiny black specks as proof of their demonic existence.

Thanks for any help or suggestions you can offer. I just want to sleep in peace!
Posted 9/8/2015 9:03 AM (GMT -5)
I remember reading something about predator/predatory mites. When set out, they will eat the mites. It's said to be very efficient and on top of it, it's non-toxic.

If there are a lot of nests in that tree, I'm afraid that the problem might come back once you dealt with it. That is if they are birdmites.
Is there a chance that the owner of the tree could trim the branches?

Also, mites like humidity. AC or a dehumidifier will help.

Marie
Posted 9/8/2015 11:05 AM (GMT -5)
Have you tried treating with Diatomaceous earth (D.E.)? I never know what all might be biting me with all the bugs we have here, but when something in my bed starts getting after me and not my hubby, I like to grab some sage leaves from my sage bush and put them under my sheets - it stops it every time - but like I said, I'm not sure what it is that bites me.
Posted 9/8/2015 7:08 PM (GMT -5)
Ill try sage! Thanks for the advice! I also ordered a dehumidifier. I've been dusting my apt with DE and that does seems to help some. Seems like i am having some sort of reaction to the bug bites and breaking out in a itchy burning rash near all my joints and is very symmetrical so seems like my body's reaction and not just individual bug bites. Seems there is always the problem of trying to know if the source of suffering is _____ or is it lyme? Wondering if I should try to see a doctor? I still need to connect with an LLMD....
Posted 9/8/2015 7:45 PM (GMT -5)
Hi noralove,

When my Lyme exploded, I thought I had mites. At first, I suspected bed bugs. I had inspectors out. They did not find anything. I really thought I had a mite problem. It never explained my pain. Then, I found out mites can carry Bartonella and Lyme. I kept digging and figured out I had Lyme & Co. I had a positive ELISA. Then, I went to an LLMD.

Please go to an LLMD. I learned way more than I ever need to know about mites. Maybe I can help. Trust me on seeing an LLMD. I also had a rash on my joints. I had all kinds of weird symptoms and things going on. The other thing I still wonder if if I had a mold problem. I still need to look into whether I have mold problems on top of my Lyme & Co. Anyways, feel free to email me.
Posted 9/9/2015 1:36 PM (GMT -5)
There are some essential oils that might kill them off. I don't know if people diffuse them for that purpose or apply it a different way. I'm new to EOs and I came across it when we had a flea infestation, but found I couldn't use some them on or around cats. There are some that are used as a repellent too.
Posted 9/13/2015 8:25 AM (GMT -5)
I'm starting to feel better but I can tell my apartment is poisoning me somehow.
I suspect it is birdmites coming in through the windows as i clean the windowsills and the next day they are covered in black specks. but maybe it is mold?
There is a giant tree outside my window that my landlord refuses to cut back and my efforts give me temporary relief but they just keep pouring in.
Not sure what to do...the dehumidifier and DE help but i need these guys gone to make my apartment a healthy space.
The work and cleaning I need to do on a daily basis is stifling any semblance of a sweet life.
The answer will come somehow but would love more suggestions if other people have dealt with this problem.
Wondering if many people have this issue and are just not as sensitive.
May be what causes restless sleep for some people.
Posted 9/13/2015 1:03 PM (GMT -5)
Noralove, it could be a number of things, including mold (especially if there is moisture there).

Can you post pictures? That would help so much. Maybe we can help you figure this out.

Have you noticed any other unusual things in your place? Have you noticed any smells?
Posted 10/9/2015 8:32 PM (GMT -5)
Things seemed better and than hit with a major rash all over my body 3 days ago. almost exactly a month ago i had a rash similar, but not as bad, and the month before that i was bit by something and had a bullseye rash with weird burrow lines that radiated out from the rash. I am wondering if I have bird mites or scabies or some other nasy parastic bug thing? I can feel something biting me especially while in my apartment and much worse at night. There are definitely bugs in my body and in my home. I have been to several doctors who don't know what i have but have never seen such a widespread rash all over the body so deem that it could not be scabies. What is wrong with me? Ok to treat as though it is scabies with permethrin cream and ivermectin as suggested online? From what i am reading online it is almost impossible to cure holistically and i worry about infecting others.
Posted 10/9/2015 8:39 PM (GMT -5)
In other news, my lyme symptoms are very minimal- almost no joint pain, brain fog, or major fatigue. Currently taking black cohosh, ashwaganda, burdock root, neem, oregano oil and a fantastic lyme blend formulated by Herbalist and Alchemist. On a gluten free/dairy free diet with low sugar. I was doing daily exercise and regular saunas until my body became covered with red itchy spots all over.
Posted 10/9/2015 8:59 PM (GMT -5)
Noralove~
I would highly recommend you get to an LLMD as soon as possible. Lyme and Co can cause the symptoms you're having. Not knowing what is ailing you, e.g. Mites, Morgellon's, Lyme and Co, has got to be stressing you out.

You need someone who is competent to diagnose you and get you started on the right treatment. This stress is not good for your health. Regular doctors will not be able to make this diagnosis. You need an LLMD who has knowledge on all these infections.

Hang in there Noralove!
Posted 10/14/2015 11:28 PM (GMT -5)
I found an LLMD but he just ran a bunch of tests that all came back negative and gave me prescriptions for antihistimines. The approach to cover and dull the pain seems problematic. Would be great to understand root causes. I have found some relief with cleaning with epsom salt and hydrogen peroxide and using diatamaceous earth internally and around the home.

I see such a connection in the forums for mites and forums for lyme regarding ailments, symptoms and cures. Wondering if many people with Lyme are living with mite infestations that are unaddressed/underrecognized. People with weakened immune systems and esp. autoimmune issues are most likely to develop mite issues which only further undermines health. Have seen numerous doctors and no one seems to make the connection or be willing to address this.

Our homes are a reflection of the health within our bodies. I realized I cannot poison my way to health. In search of more natural solutions/connections if anyone has any ideas.
Posted 10/15/2015 7:36 AM (GMT -5)
Years ago, prior to my lyme infection, my dog contracted mites which was quickly resolved. Shortly after that I broke out with a full blown body rash with intense itching and pin prick feelings. At the recommendation of my dermotogist I used a solution to wash my body (can't remember the name). It didn't work after two washings. It finally dawned on me that it was my new med causing the rash. It's just a thought for you to ponder.
Posted 10/15/2015 2:31 PM (GMT -5)
noralove, I'm confused by what you're saying about your LLMD. Most LLMDs are not the type of doctors to "cover and dull the pain". Many of them use more integrative and natural approaches.

If I remember correctly, we were emailing before. If you would like to email me about the experience with the LLMD please do.

Obviously I am lyme focused but I am not convinced that your problems are mite related and not Lyme related.
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