When do bed bug bites appear?
Bed bugs are the kind of pests that can enter your house by hopping on your luggage, clothes, and shoes and so on. You won’t even realize it.
If you think there are bed bugs in your house then you should look for subtle hints near the bed, sofa, and carpet area- these are the most common places where bed bugs make their shelter. They feed on blood for their survival and are attracted to the warmth and carbon dioxide which is emitted by your body, so they always try to stay near you. However, they do not feed every night as they can go weeks without having a meal.
If you want to confirm that you have bed bugs in your house then you should look for hints like-Bite marks- A bed bug’s bite mark looks similar to the ant’s and mosquito’s bite but what makes it identifiable is that there is always more than one mark either in a line, zig-zag, or clustered. These bites do not appear immediately, the symptoms can take in about 14 days to show, and can take a week to heal and disappear.
Red blood-like spots– Bed bugs excrete a liquid which looks like blood. If they are living in your house then you might find these spots on the mattress, sofa, or carpet.
Exoskeletons- Bed bugs have a shell-like outer skin which they shed.
Sweet musty aroma– Bed bugs tend to have a sweet musky fragrance. If you can smell this in your house then you may have a bedbug infestation.
Bed bugs can go weeks without feeding so they do not come out their hiding spots every day, which can make their presence hard to notice. They do not cause any major health problem to everyone but their bites can cause itching and disturb your sleep which can result in insomnia. A secondary skin problem can also be caused if you scratch the infected area severely. Other than this, bed bugs are known to shed skin which can increase an already existing respiratory problem. If you notice any of these issues then the bed bug removal should be done as soon as possible.
Bed bugs are most commonly found in places where humans sleep and new kinds of stuff keep coming in and out which makes it easier for them to transport. You should be careful from the bed bugs in places like- Hospitals, hostels/dormitories, hotels, and other similar places.
How to cure bed bug bites at home?
Ice pack- Applying ice on the wounded area numbs the nerves which help in reducing the pain and itching along with providing a soothing effect.
Toothpaste– Natural toothpaste can be applied on the infected area to heal the pain and itching.
Soap- Applying soap on the wounded area helps in cleaning all the remaining bacteria and soothing the pain.
Baking soda– A thick mixture of baking soda and water can be applied to reduce the itching, pain, and swelling of the wounded area. It should be kept for an hour before washing for effective results.
Apple Cider Vinegar– Take a dab of ACV on cotton ball and apply it to the wounded area a few times before washing it off with cold water.
As bed bugs are very tiny creatures and even a clean house cannot secure your house from its infestation, contact Organic Pest Control Broward to get rid of all the bed bugs from your house. We would ensure a proper cleanup which means that along with the bed bugs their eggs in all the secret spots which they use as their shelter would also be removed! This is important to prevent their immediate return to your house. Contact us and get a pest-free house NOW!