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Don’t let dust mite allergy stop you dancing

Allergies needn’t stop you from doing anything. But they can slow you down until you know what’s causing your symptoms. Get a diagnosis, find out how to manage your allergies and unleash your full potential, whatever your dreams.

Meet Pernilla Stryker, who lives her dream of being a dancer.

Pernilla Stryker is a klarify spokesperson.

Don’t let dust mite allergy stop you dancing

Meet Pernilla Stryker, who lives her dream of being a dancer.

Pernilla Stryker is a klarify spokesperson.

I only ever wanted to dance

Pernilla has starred in music videos and performed on stage in front of huge audiences around the world. Dancing at this level takes energy and stamina as well as confidence. Dust mite allergy could have worked against her, if she’d let it. Instead, Pernilla has made an international career with allergy.

Pernilla Stryker

Professional dancer
Allergic to dust mites

Pernilla Stryker is a klarify spokesperson

From baby steps…

There’s a story in Pernilla’s family that she danced before she could walk. Her parents took her to show dancing and hip-hop lessons. She was a cheerleader too. And her dance team competed in national and international championships. As a child Pernilla was already making her dream happen.

Pernilla’s allergy diagnosis

“When I was young we wanted to have a dog. My mom had noticed I sneezed a lot and had itchy eyes. She made me have an allergy test first. It turned out I was allergic not just to pets but dust mites as well. Suddenly my symptoms made sense. "

It's easy to avoid big dogs but the tiny bugs seem to be everywhere. Pernilla's mom talked to the doctor about things they could do to manage her allergies.

Untreated dust mite allergy may lead to other chronic health problems

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Energy, stamina and confidence

Pernilla wasn’t going to let dust mites stop her making a career in dancing. Even if her allergies did sometimes flare up in auditions. Now she knows what to do to get her allergy symptoms under control, stop feeling nervous and “crush those grooves”.

Managing my allergy is second nature now

“Dusty studios and old costumes are probably the most challenging aspect of being a dancer who’s allergic to dust mites. If I touch the floor, I make sure not to put my hands to my face or on my clothes.

“My home is never dusty. And I automatically clean and air my hotel room whenever I travel.”

Take care of yourself…take action

This isn’t a medical opinion but advice from someone who knows she’s allergic to dust mites and is dealing with it. Pernilla says: “If you’re getting symptoms, an allergy test is a really good idea.” We agree with her.

Be inspired…
be more Pernilla

Pernilla has never let allergy to dust mites restrict her or hold her back. Every time she goes on stage, she strives to do her very best. And she always will, whatever she does with her life. Pernilla’s still dreaming, still pushing herself.

How will you unleash your full potential?

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Dust mite allergy is among the most common types of allergies. Discover the telltale signs to look out for and ways you can manage symptoms, as well as possible treatment options.

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Don’t let dust mite allergy stop you dancing

Don’t let dust mite allergy stop you dancing

I only ever wanted to dance