What happens if a bed bug bites me?


What happens if a bed bug bites me?
What happens if a bed bug bites me?  Bed bugs are not known to transmit any infectious diseases.  Their bite looks like the bite of most blood-sucking insects and may cause some skin irritation.  Some bites might not be noticed, while others turn into larger sores.

Although over 28 disease pathogens have been found in bed bugs, transmission of these pathogens to humans has never been documented and is considered highly unlikely. For this reason, they are not considered a serious disease threat. Their medical significance is mainly limited to the itching and inflammation associated with their bite. 

Bed Bug Bites And Treatment

Not everyone reacts to bed bug bites in the same fashion. Some people have reactions that are delayed for several days or more while others do not react at all. Reactions to bites can also vary significantly between individuals from a mild itchy welt to a more severe rash like symptom. The most common reactions appear as a raised, reddened welt similar to a mosquito bite. Bites tend to be very itchy and often appear in rows of 3-4 welts or more.

There are currently a couple of explanations for why bites often appear in rows. The first explanation is based on the sensitivity of bed bugs to motion. A single bug may withdraw its mouthparts while feeding in response to the slightest disturbance (i.e. person twitches during sleep). After removing their mouthparts, the bug will move a short distance and then begin feeding again, resulting in several bites in a row caused by a single bug. The second explanation involves numerous bugs that are lined up one next to the other typically along a fold in a bed sheet all feeding at the same time similar to cattle at a trough.

How can I treat bed bug bites?

Wash the area of the bite with an antiseptic soap to reduce infection, and resist the urge to scratch.  Contact your health provider if the bite becomes infected.
 
Treatment is Required!

Any bed bug issue must be treated immediately and you must comply with any protocol provided by the company providing the treatment.  Follow up treatments are frequently required.  Over-the-Counter foggers and bug bombs are not effective against these bugs.  Never spray the top of a mattress or sofa.


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