May 14, 2022
Bed bugs can be found almost anywhere people live, in almost every temperature zone. They also exist in two varieties that feed on humans. They go through multiple nymphal stages before becoming adults, and often require blood to grow, molt, and breed.
Read on to discover everything you have to know about bed bugs.
Bed bugs can be found in human environments such as hotels, apartments, dorms, private houses, and cruise ships. They are nocturnal and avoid well-lit regions, especially during the day. During the day, they can be found in and around clutter, mattress seams, headboards, wall and furniture crevices, and behind outlet covers and light switch plates.
Bed bugs prefer to stay near to where they hatch, but they can and will migrate. When a location becomes full and feeding becomes difficult, they will go for alternative food sources all throughout the house. They’ve been seen hitchhiking on the backs of bags, backpacks, and jackets.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, bed bugs do not transmit disease in the same manner that other insects and pests do. Although, their bites are more likely to be quite painful. Bed bug bites can cause welts, swelling, and extreme itching. Certain people, on the other hand, have an adverse reaction to the bites, exacerbating their symptoms. Anaphylaxis can occur as a result of severe allergies to bed bugs.
Bed bugs will irritate the skin in the majority of cases. Their bites are similar to mosquito bites, which are distinguished by raised red lumps or welts. Although the bites are uncomfortable, they rarely cause long-term skin problems or infections.
Rather, the bitten person’s behaviors can cause skin problems and infections. Scratching a bite repeatedly increases the likelihood of skin disintegration. Debris may enter the area and cause severe skin irritation or infection, demanding medical attention.
Allergic reactions to bed bugs are infrequent, although they are possible. Bite swelling and intense itching are two of them. A severe response is characterized by nausea, fever, confusion, trouble breathing, and vomiting. Consult a doctor right away if you encounter any of these serious symptoms.
When entering a hotel room, pull down the blankets and inspect the mattress for feces and bloodstains. In extreme infestations, bed bugs may migrate through the seams of the bed. If you don’t find anything on the mattress, check the bed frame, cushions, and pillows, as well as the dresser or nightstand drawers.
If you detect an infestation, leave the room as soon as possible to avoid spreading bugs through baggage or other items. Notify the staff and ask for an alternative room.
If you suspect a bed bug infestation in your home, proceed in the same way you would when traveling. Examine the seams of your mattress for exoskeletons of bed insects. Examine the bed frame for insects. Inspect your furniture, wall cracks, luggage, and baseboards.
Contact a bed bug exterminator if there is no obvious evidence of bed bugs but you suspect you have them. They may conduct a more complete assessment of your home, detecting minor bed bug infestations before they spread throughout the building.
Exterminating bed bugs is tough, and you won’t always be able to get rid of them on your own. Thus, schedule a professional bed bug treatment with your exterminator or pest control specialist. They can also assess the degree of the infestation and devise a treatment plan to assist you get rid of it.
Meanwhile, you can take actions to limit your chances of being bitten by a bed bug. To kill bed bugs, wash and dry your bedding in hot water according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Several times every week, vacuum your bedroom.
Furthermore, declutter and remove unnecessary stuff from each room. This will aid your pest control specialist in more effectively identifying and treating bed bug infestations.
If you find unusual welts or bites on your body or evidence of a bed bug infestation in your house, don’t delay or try to address the situation alone. This is something that should be left to the pros. Don’t hesitate to get the treatment your home deserves!
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