answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Dust mites typically live on fluffy furniture and bedding. They can infest your pillows and get on the eyelashes, but they do not live on them. There is a type of lice that affects the eyelashes. It is called Phthiris pubis. This type of lice is also known as "crabs", as the same type of lice can infest the pubic area. But when in the eyelashes, they can cause ithching and swelling of the eyelid and cause the eyes to water more and become inflamed. If you look closely in a mirror, you should see the knits which look like little white eggs attached to the eyelash. If you suspect this, there is a treatment you can get from your physician or eye doctor. Do not try to use lice removal supplies meant for the hair. It can cause very serious complications if it gets in your eyes.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Can dust mites live in your eyelids or eyelashes?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

What lives in your eyelashes?

Hundreds of follicle mites live in your eyelashes!


Do dust mites live in the hair?

No, dust mites don't live in a hair or our hair.


Mites live at the base of your eyelashes in a type of symbiosis known as?

Commensalism


Do dust mites live in a latex mattress?

yes dust mites can get anywhere dust can get.


Is it true that you have bugs in your eyelash?

Yes , Demodex or Eyelash mites do live on your eyelashes : not to worry - they are harmless .


Can rabbit mites live in the house?

I dont think there is such thing as rabbit mites Ear mites live in rabbit ears, so no. Of course fleas can. Dust mites live in carpet sumtimes. But i have never heard of rabbit mites, sorry.


Does dust have a mouth?

No, actually dust is a mixture of dirt and dead skin particles. Sometimes there is a mixture of hair too. However there are tiny bugs that live in dust called dust mites. These microscopic bugs feast on the dust they live on. Dust mites have mouth, but they are too small to bite anything except for dust.


Which microscopic animal live in dust?

Dust mites are microscopic animals that are commonly found in household dust. They feed on skin cells shed by humans and animals and can exacerbate allergies and asthma symptoms in some individuals. Dust mites thrive in warm, humid environments and are most commonly found in bedding, carpets, and upholstered furniture.


Does sunlight kill dust mites on pillows and blankets?

Yes to a degree it is helpful to put these out in the sun because it kills dust mites. But remember they live deep in your bed. vacuuming will help, but they'll still be some.


Do you have a bug on your eyelashes?

Yes--eyelash mites. Don't worry; they're harmless. Just one of the many little animals that live on and in the human body.


What lives in your eye lashes?

Demodex mites are microscopic organisms that live in hair follicles, including eyelashes. These mites are harmless and feed on skin cells and oils. Most people have them in small numbers without even realizing it.


Why human cannot live without organ?

he microbes in your bed- Some of the microbes in your bed are called dust mites. (Look at one on Google images) they live on dust. Dust is mainly dead skin cells and dust mites-GROSS!! I would tell you everything else I know but I have a bust to catch at 8:25 and it's 8:21...BYE!! :P