Bed bugs are not to be taken lightly. They're nasty little creatures, and they can cause a lot of discomfort for homeowners. However, bed bugs don't have to be a serious problem for you. If you treat them quickly and properly, you'll probably never see any signs of infestation again. So don't panic the next time you see one of these ugly little critters crawling across your sheets—just follow these steps:
How serious are bed bugs?
Bed bugs can be serious if you are allergic to them. Bed bug bites can cause itching and skin irritation, as well as secondary infections if you scratch the bites. If you have an allergy to bed bugs, your reaction may be more severe than someone without an allergy.
If your child has been bitten by a bed bug or knows someone who has been bitten by a bed bug, they should see their doctor right away. The doctor will help decide whether treatment with medicine is needed; this could include taking an antihistamine pill every day for three weeks after being bitten by a bed bug (if there are no signs of infection).
What are the symptoms of bed bugs?
Bed bug bites can be very itchy, but they don't always leave a mark.
Bed bugs can bite anywhere on the body, including your face and eyes. Bed bugs have been known to carry disease-causing bacteria and viruses, so it's important to see a doctor if you think you may have been bitten by one of these critters. They also cause rashes in some people--and those rashes might look like other skin conditions like eczema or psoriasis (psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that causes skin cells to grow too quickly). In rare cases, bed bugs may lead to allergic reactions such as asthma attacks.
How do you get bed bugs?
Bed bugs are attracted to body heat and will crawl up your legs, arms and torso in search of a meal. They can hitch a ride on clothes, luggage, furniture and other items that have been in infested areas or belong to someone who has been exposed to bed bugs. They may also be found in your home if you bring home used furniture or mattresses from an infested location (even if they look clean).
Bedbugs can live for months without being seen by humans because they are nocturnal feeders that come out at night when we're sleeping - so if you think you have them but haven't seen any yet - don't worry! The good news is that bedbugs aren't known carriers of diseases like fleas are (although some people do develop skin reactions after being bitten), but they still cause discomfort while feeding due to their saliva containing anticoagulants which prevent blood from clotting until it's ingested by the insect itself...
What should I do if I think I have a bed bug infestation?
If you think you have bed bugs, the first thing to do is call a professional exterminator. They will be able to tell if your house has an infestation and can help get rid of them for you. If you don't want to spend money on an exterminator, there are some things that you can do yourself:
Get rid of all clutter from around the house--especially from under beds. This includes boxes, clothes, shoes and other items that may be hiding places for bed bugs.
Wash all linens and clothing in hot water (130 degrees Fahrenheit) and dry them on high heat for 30 minutes or more; this will kill any eggs or adults hiding in them! Be sure not to put anything into storage before washing it because this can allow eggs time enough to hatch again once they're back inside your home later down the road when temperatures rise again due to seasonal changes outside like summertime heat waves here in Texas where I live!
Bed bugs can be serious, but they don't have to be.
Bed bugs are a serious problem, but they don't have to be. They can be dealt with and treated, as well as prevented.
Bed bugs don't need to be a big deal if you know what you're doing and take the right precautions.
Conclusion
If you think you have bed bugs, don't panic! Bed bugs are easy to treat and can be prevented with some simple steps. You don't need expensive products or services--just follow these tips from our experts:
