Bed bug bites – What do they look like? – THERMAL REMEDIATION …

What do bed bug bites look likeand how can you initially be totally sure that the bites in question didnt come from another source, like fleas or spiders?

Bed bugs bites are often mistaken for other insect bites and rashes. Compared to other insect bites, bed bug bites usually form a linear or circular pattern on the exposed areas of the skin when sleeping such as legs, arms, neck, hand and face. Other insect bites such as mosquito and flea bites usually come in random. However, flea bites are usually seen on the ankles, wrists and behind the knees. Spider and mosquito bites are larger in size compared to bed bug bites and they swell quickly compared to the latter.

Bedbug bites vary dramatically between individuals.Some people do not respond at the start of an infestation and it may take many bites to get a response. Some people never get a bite response.If you wait till you get bites the problem may already be more advanced than you would care to imagine.

Bed bugs will not bite through materials so covering up will help avoid bites although exposed limbs and face may become an easy target.Experts believed that multiple bites in a pattern are caused by a disturbance in the feeding sequence of the insect. This happens when the victim moves or rolls over when the insect is sucking blood. It can also mean that the neighboring veins were easily accessed by the bed bugs. Studies show that bed bugs are attracted to carbon dioxide and body heat which makes humans their most susceptible victims.

When bed bug bites, they release an anti-coagulant to prevent an interruption in the bodys natural essence. The bugs also release anesthesia that numbs the skin when they suck blood from it. In just 3-5 minutes, bed bugs can already acquire their full meal. Bed bug bites are usually raised welts or small flat bites that can bring extreme redness and itchiness to the skin. However, there are bed bug bites that appear whitish or pinkish in color. It is important NOT to scratch the bites. They will fade and pass unless you scratch and damage the skin in which case secondary infection is common.

Treatment for bed bug bites:

One of the best ways to treat bed bug bites is to wash it in running lukewarm water for at least a minute using an antibacterial soap.Apopular treatment for bed bug bites is baking soda and water formed into a paste, that you then smear on the bites and let dry. Instructions are below.

1) Make sure to wash the bed bug bites with soap and water.

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