Feeling Itchy? Could You Have Bed Bugs?

Bed Bugs Carry Disease
The Itch

If you wake up feeling itchy and notice red marks on your skin, bed bugs might be the culprit. These tiny critters have been spreading throughout the country, including NJ. While they rarely cause medical issues, their bites can cause an allergic reaction.

Bed bugs bite humans in order to feed on blood. You most likely won’t notice the actual bites when they occur, since they’re painless. Instead, your body might react to the saliva that the bugs leave behind with their bites. This saliva can cause your skin to turn red around the bite mark, and it might itch as well. If you have a severe allergic reaction, you might experience respiratory symptoms that are very similar to asthma, although this doesn’t happen often.

Bed bugs have the potential to transmit several diseases, but they haven’t caused any serious outbreaks so far. It’s still a good idea to have these pests removed from your home as soon as you notice any signs of an infestation, such as seeing the actual bugs or seeing tiny drops of dried blood on your bedding. Since they can be difficult to get rid of, it’s best to get professional help.

If you think you have a bed bug infestation, you’ll need a reliable Monmouth County pest control company to help you out. Contact Allison Pest Control, and we’ll rid your home of bed bugs quickly.