Presentation
Bed bugs live in any articles of furniture, clothing, or bedding, so they or their eggs may be present in used furniture or clothing. [medicinenet.com]
Finding no insects identified as bed bugs does not mean that bed bugs are not present. It can mean that the inspection was inadequate, or that bed bugs are present but so few in number that the inspector missed them. [dph.illinois.gov]
If you are seeing these spots it may be an indicator of bed bug activity or a potential for Bed Bugs being present. As well discarded nymph casings and dark blackish fecal matter may also be present. [winnipeg.ca]
Countless adults and nymphs present (Adults walking on walls, clustered in cracks on walls, stained curtains, etc. [colonialpest.com]
When only a few bed bugs are present, they live close to human sleeping areas; when numerous, they can be found in many rooms of the house. A characteristic “bed bug odor” is frequently present in a home infested with bed bugs. Image 1. [ento.psu.edu]
Entire Body System
- Swelling
They can be very itchy and there may be painful swelling. A severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) is also possible but rare. How you can treat bedbug bites Bedbug bites usually clear up on their own in a week or so. [nhs.uk]
Sensitivity to bed bug bites varies; some people may show only a small red bump, while bites in others can cause swelling, inflammation or rash. Bed bugs are not known to transmit diseases to humans. [msdh.ms.gov]
Once they eat they turn dark red and swell in size. Nymphs are shaped like adults but are yellowish white in color. Bed bug eggs are white (about 1 mm long) and pear shaped. The eggs have a sticky coating and are deposited in cracks and crevices. [novascotia.ca]
If you scratch the bite, you may cause a secondary infection that can lead to swelling and bleeding. [healthline.com]
Small, flat, or raised bumps on the skin are the most common sign; redness, swelling, and itching commonly occur. Raised bumps on the skin Blisters on the skin A spreading red rash There are no symptoms and signs associated with bed bug bites. [medicinenet.com]
- Malaise
We report here an unusual presentation of bed bug bites, associated with systemic symptoms….A 67-year-old man developed erythematous papules on the abdomen, limbs, and bottom for over 1 week, with a general feeling of malaise. [u.osu.edu]
Patients with multiple bites or a severe cutaneous reaction may develop systemic symptoms, including fever and malaise ( 182 ), although this appears to be rare ( 42 ). Bite reactions the morning after being bitten by bed bugs. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
- Pallor
It was also stated that chronic bed bug infestations can cause “nervousness, lethargy, pallor and diarrhea” ( 287 ); however, it is not clear if these symptoms are due to the bed bug bites or the mental trauma associated with having an infestation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Musculoskeletal
- Osteoporosis
[…] muscle wasting.[20] Endocrine: By increasing the production of glucose from amino-acid breakdown and opposing the action of insulin, corticosteroids can cause hyperglycemia,[21] insulin resistance and diabetes mellitus.[22] Skeletal: Steroid-induced osteoporosis [en.wikipedia.org]
Skin
- Blister
Raised bumps on the skin Blisters on the skin A spreading red rash There are no symptoms and signs associated with bed bug bites. What is the treatment for bed bug bites? Typically, no treatment is required for bed bug bites. [medicinenet.com]
Bed bug bites or cimicosis may lead to a range of skin manifestations from no visible effects to prominent blisters. Diagnosis involves both finding bed bugs and the occurrence of compatible symptoms. [traductor.babylon-software.com]
[…] with a darker red spot in the middle Itchy Arranged in a rough line or in a cluster Located on the face, neck, arms and hands Some people have no reaction to bedbug bites, while others experience an allergic reaction that can include severe itching, blisters [mayoclinic.org]
Blisters, especially large blisters. Fever. Feeling very sick. Infection from scratching. Anemia (rare, but can develop when a person gets numerous bed bug bites). Serious reactions require immediate medical care. [aad.org]
Clinical Snapshot A 34-year-old woman reported increasing numbers of bites causing blisters on her body, particularly the extremities (Figure). She complained of feeling distinctly ill with fierce itching. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
- Dermatitis
En la cual se producen enrojecimientos y abultamientos que producen picores.[1] Véase también Dermatitis Lesiones de la piel Enlaces externos Lesiones en la piel… … Wikipedia Español cimicosis — cim·i·co·sis (sim″ĭ koґsis) itching of the skin due to the [translate.academic.ru]
En la cual se producen enrojecimientos y abultamientos que producen picores.[1] Véase también Dermatitis Lesiones de la piel Enlaces externos Lesiones en la piel por picaduras de chinches Referencias ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. (2006 [es-academic.com]
En la cual se producen enrojecimientos y abultamientos que producen picores. [ 1 ] Véase también Dermatitis Lesiones de la piel Enlaces externos Lesiones en la piel por picaduras de chinches Referencias ↑ James, William D.; Berger, Timothy G.; et al. [esacademic.com]
Fisher's Contact Dermatitis, 6/e. Hamilton, Ont: BC Decker Inc. p. 256. ISBN 978-1-55009-378-0. ^ Coopman S, Degreef H, Dooms-Goossens A (July 1989). [en.wikipedia.org]
- Skin Rash
Más Lenguas: [top] Cimicosis en Inglés A bed bug can individually and collectively cause a number of health effects including skin rashes, psychological effects and allergic symptoms. [traductor.babylon-software.com]
Bed bug bites can cause skin rashes and allergic symptoms and have a psychological effect. [foxnews.com]
Itch Mites (Scabies, Sarcoptes scabiei ) Forearms, inter digital, genital area Skin rashes, subcutaneous courses At night Most common in the elderly and infirmed Harvest mites (Trombidiosis) Skin surfaces under tight clothing Red macules and wheals Severe [bjmp.org]
Bed bug bites are quite itchy, and scratching them can lead to a skin rash or possibly an infection. Red bumps, blood blisters, and other types of skin irritation are common soon after being bitten. [moneycrashers.com]
- Flushing
Steam cleaning should be done before vacuuming, as the steam will flush any bedbugs out of hiding. Heat treatments should be done by professionals. [ccohs.ca]
Use an Insecticide Aerosol such as CB-80 or PT 565 to flush the bed bugs out of suspected hiding places. [doyourownpestcontrol.com]
- Pruritus
CASE REPORT A man in his 90s came to the hospital for evaluation of diffuse pruritus that had been present for the past two weeks. [scielo.br]
A man in his 90s came to the hospital complaining of generalized pruritus. Despite being a dependent patient, he was left alone in a home by his relatives during the pandemic. [unboundmedicine.com]
However, they can have varying morphologies, most people do not react at all and many do not experience pruritus. [casereports.bmj.com]
Due to the strong pruritus eczematous lesions, bacterial infections may occur, although this is extremely rare. There are case reports of systemic reactions such as anaphylaxis and asthma, although these are uncommon. [bjmp.org]
Psychiatrical
- Euphoria
Therapeutic doses may cause a feeling of artificial well-being ("steroid euphoria").[18] The neuropsychiatric effects are partly mediated by sensitization of the body to the actions of adrenaline. [en.wikipedia.org]
Neurologic
- Insomnia
VIEW PRINT FRIENDLY VERSION Bed bug infestations are not only a physical attack on your body, but a psychological attack that can cause insomnia, anxiety and increased stress. [bedbugsupply.com]
An infestation of bed bugs could also cause some mental health issues, along with insomnia. [allencountyhealth.com]
Anxiety, insomnia, and irritability have been reported in some people. How do I prevent bed bugs from entering my home? People often bring bed bugs into their homes via infested luggage, furniture, bedding, or clothing. [doh.wa.gov]
You may also be more likely to experience insomnia as a result of worrying that you will be bitten again. If you are allergic to a bedbug’s bite, you may experience more dramatic symptoms. [healthline.com]
- Mental Distress
Mental health impacts that are reported may include fatigue, distress, shame, anxiety, social isolation and stigma ( 235 ), exasperation, and irritation ( 18 ). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
- Seizure
[…] sleeping sickness) American trypanosomiasis African trypanosomiasis Cause T. cruzi T. brucei (subspecies) Main vector Triatomine bugs (also termed kissing bugs) Tsetse fly Main symptoms Chagomas, heart, gastrointestinal Chancres, nighttime insomnia, seizures [medicinenet.com]
- Agitation
[…] ants in this way. [97] The Madagascar hissing cockroach has the ability to press air through its spiracles to make a hissing noise as a sign of aggression; [98] the death's-head hawkmoth makes a squeaking noise by forcing air out of their pharynx when agitated [en.wikipedia.org]
Workup
Peripheral smear, blood count and vasculitis workup from 1 month prior (when the patient saw his primary-care and advanced-care provider) were all negative except for equivocal hepatitis (IgM) and positive hepatitis (A IgG). [casereports.bmj.com]
Treatment
In some cases chemical treatments are used when there is not a bed bug problem. [bouldercounty.org]
Please see your health care provider concerning appropriate care, treatment or other medical advice. What are bed bugs? (photo courtesy CDC) Bed bugs are small, flat, brown insects less than ¼ inch long, about the size of an apple seed. [doh.sd.gov]
They perform careful inspections along with non-chemical controls (heat treatments, vacuuming and steam treatments) and insecticide treatments. The insecticides used are commercial products requiring special equipment and training. [extension.umn.edu]
Prepare your home before pest control treatment Review the 3 steps below to help prepare for treatment. [hamilton.ca]
Heat treatment is labor intensive and requires special equipment. [dph.illinois.gov]
Prognosis
What Is the Prognosis for Bedbug Bites? The prognosis for bedbug bites is excellent. [emedicinehealth.com]
What is the prognosis for Chagas disease? In general, the prognosis for people who do not develop the chronic phase of Chagas disease is usually good. [medicinenet.com]
Etiology
Symptomatic treatment is any medical therapy of a disease that only affects its symptoms, not its cause, i.e., its etiology. [en.wikipedia.org]
Bed bugs are competent vectors of Trypanosoma cruzi ( 13, 14 ) and Bartonella quintana ( 15 ), the etiological agents of Chagas disease and trench fever, respectively. [pnas.org]
Within the insect order Hemiptera, to which bed bugs belong, the triatomine bugs from the family Reduviidae are known to transmit Trypanosoma cruzi, the etiological agent of Chagas' disease ( 169 ). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Epidemiology
Zprávy epidemiológie a mikrobiológie (Epidemiology and microbiology news) 2009; 18: 17–18 [in Czech]. 29. Jírovec O, Jíra J. Parasitologie pro lékaře. Praha, Avicenum; 1977 [in Czech]. 30. Thomas S, Wrobel MJ, Brown J. [aaem.pl]
Epidemiology In the past, bed bugs were particularly an affliction of the poor. [bjmp.org]
Chagas was the first scientist to discover all aspects of a new infectious disease: its pathogen ( T. cruzi ), main insect vector ( Triatominae, Triatoma genus, or kissing bugs), hosts (humans, mammals), clinical manifestations, and epidemiology. [medicinenet.com]
The epidemiological link between bed bugs and HBV in these cases is by inference only. Following the initial epidemiological investigation in the Gambia, an intervention program to manage the bed bugs was implemented ( 199 ). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]
Prevention
Related Links Cornell University Bed Bug Fact Sheet Guidelines for Prevention and Management of Bed Bugs in Shelters and Group Living Facilities Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Illinois Department of Public Health Nebraska Extension U.S. [doh.sd.gov]
Knowing what bed bugs look like, and knowing the signs of a bed bug infestation, is very important to prevent bed bug infestations. [ccchd.com]
In your apartment, seal cracks and crevices around plumbing and wiring, this will help prevent bed bugs entering from neighboring apartments. [msdh.ms.gov]
Preventing & Getting Rid of Bed Bugs Safely Bed Bug Brochure English Spanish The brochure above provides all the information needed to prevent and get rid of bed bugs, including: Trapping and killing Cleaning and disinfecting Sealing cracks and crevices [bouldercounty.org]