We already have an interesting starter sentence. Our intro should start by telling our readers the signs of bed bug bites so they can identify them in the future. It’s important to tell them know they aren’t alone, and that they don’t have a rash. It’s also good to provide a picture of what it may look like so readers know if this is something they absolutely need to worry about. We’ll then move to tell them what rash/ skin reaction may look like — as well as what anyone may go through if getting bit on their skin or bed. Someone may have mentioned you have a bed bugbite, however you are starting to experience other unexpected symptoms that make you wonder if the bite is from a different source. No one like the idea of having bedbugs. One of the reasons why we want to get rid of it as soon as possible. While there are many ways discussed online, I think the smartest way is you contact your exterminator. You don’t want to do a DIY approach that would cost you extra money and time.
Bed Bug Bite Or Poison Ivy
Bed bug bites
Bed bug bites are typically red with a white or dark center. They often appear in a line or cluster on the skin of an exposed area, such as arms, shoulders, neck and face. Bed bugs do not carry diseases but can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Poison ivy
Poison ivy is a plant.
Poison ivy causes a severe allergic reaction, which causes itchy blisters. If you come into contact with poison ivy, you could develop an allergic reaction that can cause redness and blisters. The best way to avoid getting rashes from poison ivy is to avoid touching the plant at all costs. Treatment for poison ivy includes topical creams (such as Calamine lotion), oral medications (such as Benadryl) or allergy shots if your case of poison ivy is severe enough that medication on its own won’t help alleviate your symptoms
Bed bug bites vs poison ivy
If you’re trying to distinguish between a bed bug bite and a poison ivy rash, it can be quite difficult. While the appearance of each condition is somewhat different, both reactions are generally characterized by redness and swelling.
In addition to the appearance of their rashes, there are some other factors that can help determine whether or not you’ve been bitten by an insect or exposed to poison ivy:
- Bed Bug Bites – Bed bugs tend to leave small bite marks on your skin (usually near joints) that look similar in size and shape as mosquito bites. The bites are often itchy at first but then fade away after several hours or days when they scab over. Sometimes they will itch again before scabbing over if you scratch them too much with dirty fingernails, so be careful!
- Poison Ivy Rash – Poison ivy rashes usually form blisters due to contact with urushiols—a resin found within poison ivy plants—which causes immediate inflammation upon contact with human skin cells (and sometimes clothing fibers). This occurs because urushiols irritate our immune system response mechanisms once they come into contact with our bodies; the resulting inflammation causes cells damaged by urushiols’ toxic effects to release histamines into nearby blood vessels which then causes itching sensations around these damaged areas for hours after initial exposure occurred (even if we do not realize this fact until later).
These two conditions look alike but are very different.
The first thing to note is that bed bug bites are round, with a clear central area and a surrounding red rash. Poison ivy, on the other hand, produces blisters that are surrounded by an extensive red ring. The second important difference between these two conditions is that bed bug bites cause itching, while poison ivy causes irritation but no itching (although some people do experience allergic reactions). Finally, there are more differences between these conditions in terms of where they occur and how long they take to heal. Bed bug bites tend to appear near your face or arms and take around four weeks to disappear completely; poison ivy can happen anywhere on your body but will generally be accompanied by an itchy rash that clears up within one week.
- 3.5-ounce tube of Benadryl Extra-Strength Cooling Itch Stopping Anti-Itch Gel for fast cooling relief from skin pain and itching from most outdoor itches
- Provides relief from most outdoor itches associated with insect bites, sunburn, scrapes, minor skin irritations, burns, and minor cuts
- Soothing anti-itch gel also provides relief from itching associated with rashes caused by poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac
- Cooling gel formula contains 2% of the topical analgesic pain reliever diphenhydramine hydrochloride that works by blocking histamines to relieve itches associated with several ailments
- Intended for use by those ages 2 and up, soothing gel offers itch relief for kids and adults alike and is great to keep on hand during outdoor activities such as camping, hiking or taking a walk with the family
Additional Info :
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 6.35 Inches |
Width | 2.43 Inches |
Length | 1.47 Inches |
Weight | 3.5 ounces |
Release Date | 2015-06-22T00:00:01Z |
- Removes insect venom, saliva, and other irritants left under the skin using suction
- By removing the irritant, the body stops producing the reaction that is causing you to itch & swell
- Works on: mosquitoes, bees, wasps, biting flies, no-see-ums, chiggers, sea lice & more
- Compact, lightweight, reusable and easy to carry
- Clinically Proven, kid friendly, 100% guarantee
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Color | Single |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 1 Inches |
Width | 3 Inches |
Length | 5 Inches |
Weight | 0.01984160358 Pounds |
- Quick, effective relief for insect bites, bug bites, sunburn and minor rashes
- Maximum strength pain relief and itch relief
- Cooling relief for sunburn and minor burns
- Goes on clear – no stains or pink residue
- Satisfaction guaranteed
Additional Info :
Color | Clear |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 6 Inches |
Width | 2 Inches |
Length | 2 Inches |
Weight | 0.38 Pounds |
Release Date | 2018-11-20T00:00:01Z |
- Size of ivy vines: 78.7 inches / 2 meters each vine leaf garland, with two sizes of artificial ivy leaves. Large hanging leaves: about 4.5 cm * 4.5 cm / 1.77 inches * 1.77 inches, small hanging leaves: about 3.5 cm * 3.5 cm / 1.37 “* 1.37”
- Material of green vines: The faux ivy leaves are made of silk and the stems are made of plastic. There are 24 strands such artificial ivy vines.
- Maintenance of fake vines:The artificial fake ivy garland is evergreen, and the silk hanging leaves are dense and will not easily be damaged or faded. The fake hanging leaves don’t need to be cleaned daily.
- Uses of ivy garlands:Artificial hanging plants with LED strip lights can be used for wedding wall decor, artificial vines for bedrooms, wall vines for room decor, fake leaves for gardens greenery backdrop, party, swing sets, enchanted forest decorations, easy to install and disassemble.
- Note: The artificial ivy vine is dyed and processed. It is normal for fake leaves to smell. Please put fake leaves in a ventilated environment after receiving them, and the smell will quickly dissipate.
Additional Info :
Color | Green |
Item Dimensions | |
Height | 2.99 Inches |
Width | 10 Inches |
Length | 12.99 Inches |