Ed Lee asked:
“Good night. Sleep tight. Don’t let the bed bugs bite.” How true – you certainly don’t want them around so here are some tips to help eliminate bed bugs.
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on human blood and that of other warm-blooded creatures. Because they are nocturnal, they are most often found in beds, hence the name. Bed bugs are very small, about the side of a poppy seed and range in color from white to brown. When they feed, they inject a miniscule amount of saliva into the human’s skin, resulting in a bite mark similar to a mosquito’s. The bite marks can be itchy but bed bugs are not believed to transmit infectious diseases. Bites are only dangerous in the rare cases in which anaphylactic shock occurs, similar to the suffered by those allergic to bee stings.
Because bed bugs are so small, they can hide in any small crevices; and as they are so close to the feeding ground, they tend to favor mattresses, box springs and bed frames, but can hide virtually anywhere and be quite difficult to find.
To prevent bed bugs from entering a home, be cautious when buying used furniture and clothing. Seal all holes where wiring and pipes enter the room and fills cracks in baseboards and moldings. Cover mattresses and box springs with special bags that will seal any bugs inside where they will eventually die. Inspect the bags periodically to check for holes.
If your home has been infested, hire an exterminator to get rid of them. While insecticides available at local retailers can tackle the problem, it is best to leave the matter in the hands of a professional, because of the dangers of using insecticides. Thoroughly dust and vacuum the area to remove eggs and bugs.
Because bed bugs are so small and their bites are so similar to other insects, eliminating bed bugs is very difficult. Even the cleanest homes can be the host to bed bugs.
If you’ve been bitten by a bed bug, avoid scratching the site. Apply a cortisone cream to relieve the itching and take antihistamines to relieve any allergic reactions. See your doctor if there is a severe reaction: He or she may be able to prescribe an antibiotic if the site becomes infected. Bed bug bites can be very annoying. It can be difficult to eliminate bed bugs but once it’s done, everyone will sleep a lot better.
Bed Bugs & Control Methods
“Good night. Sleep tight. Don’t let the bed bugs bite.” How true – you certainly don’t want them around so here are some tips to help eliminate bed bugs.
Bed bugs are small insects that feed on human blood and that of other warm-blooded creatures. Because they are nocturnal, they are most often found in beds, hence the name. Bed bugs are very small, about the side of a poppy seed and range in color from white to brown. When they feed, they inject a miniscule amount of saliva into the human’s skin, resulting in a bite mark similar to a mosquito’s. The bite marks can be itchy but bed bugs are not believed to transmit infectious diseases. Bites are only dangerous in the rare cases in which anaphylactic shock occurs, similar to the suffered by those allergic to bee stings.
Because bed bugs are so small, they can hide in any small crevices; and as they are so close to the feeding ground, they tend to favor mattresses, box springs and bed frames, but can hide virtually anywhere and be quite difficult to find.
To prevent bed bugs from entering a home, be cautious when buying used furniture and clothing. Seal all holes where wiring and pipes enter the room and fills cracks in baseboards and moldings. Cover mattresses and box springs with special bags that will seal any bugs inside where they will eventually die. Inspect the bags periodically to check for holes.
If your home has been infested, hire an exterminator to get rid of them. While insecticides available at local retailers can tackle the problem, it is best to leave the matter in the hands of a professional, because of the dangers of using insecticides. Thoroughly dust and vacuum the area to remove eggs and bugs.
Because bed bugs are so small and their bites are so similar to other insects, eliminating bed bugs is very difficult. Even the cleanest homes can be the host to bed bugs.
If you’ve been bitten by a bed bug, avoid scratching the site. Apply a cortisone cream to relieve the itching and take antihistamines to relieve any allergic reactions. See your doctor if there is a severe reaction: He or she may be able to prescribe an antibiotic if the site becomes infected. Bed bug bites can be very annoying. It can be difficult to eliminate bed bugs but once it’s done, everyone will sleep a lot better.
Bed Bugs & Control Methods
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