What could cause such an unusual problem.
Carpet in apt is causing me to itch.
It s only in our apartment too.
If this is the case it s best to remove and replace it as soon as possible.
We are getting to the point of not functioning well because of it and it s straining both our professional life and personal life.
The trouble with carpeting.
In addition to the actual materials used to make carpet vocs may cause allergic reactions in some people.
If you re already planning to update your carpet make sure to choose a carpet made of natural fibres and materials.
Most doctors have trouble pinpointing exactly what causes someone s dermatitis.
For example 4 phenylcyclohexene is a voc found in latex emissions and may be off gassed.
However there is another one called carpet beetle dermatitis which can cause you to have an itchy rash on the affected area of your skin.
However carpet beetles obviously cause carpet beetle dermatitis because that is where the name comes from.
Your home should be your sanctuary so it s obviously not great when your apartment gives you allergies makes you sick or puts you at risk for health problems.
Carpets keep a home warm and cozy but they can also harbor allergens dust bacteria and other pollutants that can affect indoor air quality and.
I m talking about puffy eyes.
If you ve noticed an increase in your allergy symptoms your old carpet might be the culprit.
After a mere 5 minutes of being outside the itching is subsided and non existent but coming in it s like an immediate wave that hits us both.