Those annoying bed bugs are known for leaving itchy red marks on the surface of the skin after they bite their victims. The bites are often in a form of a cluster and some times form a line. Yes the scratching is terrible and the red marks are not considered to be status symbols but some people have it even worse after the bed bugs take some of their blood for a meal. They develop allergic reactions to the bites. Some people have red bumps that are approximately 8 inches wide. Blisters are created, small sacs of pus are produced and dilation of the capillaries located beneath the skin occurs. If these stronger symptoms appear it’s time to see your doctor.
It should be noted that doctors recommend that victims avoid scratching the affected areas because infections can occur. If you have an infection antibiotics may be needed.
People are typically embarrassed about having bed bug bites and they are concerned about being somewhat ostracized by neighbors and co-workers. They often stay quite about the bed bug bites. However, if the bites become serious at least tell your doctor.
Can bed bug bites leave scars on humans? The answer might be yes. A woman is suing a hotel located in Orlando for the permanent scars she has on her legs and torso that she claims were caused by the nasty bed bugs that attacked her at the hotel. She claims the hotel did not prevent “the entrance and the breeding on the premises.” She is seeking a minimum of $15,000 in damages. She needed medical treatment for the bites.
Her lawyer claims the bed bug bites developed infections which created over thirty scars. Bed bug victims might want consult their physician and closely monitor their bite marks for infections.
We often hear about the unattractive red marks, the itching and sometimes emotional trauma. I wonder if unfortunately, other bed bug victims have scars due to bacterial infections and keep quite about it due to the embarrassment. Bed bugs don’t carry disease but scarring is a serious issue.
I feel sorry for the bed bug victims but I also feel sorry for hotel owners who are actually having the property inspected and fumigated, yet they still are vulnerable to bed bugs and lawsuits.
