Bed bugs can be more than just a source of endless frustration — they can also be a source of pus. A common type of skin reaction that develops from bed bug bites is called a “maceration rash.” Maceration means to soften, especially by wetness. A maceration rash is a moist skin rash. It’s not just for babies. You’ve awoken with a red, painful rash. Is it a spider bite, or maybe a rash from something you ate or touched? You scratch cautiously — and know that whatever it is, it’s not going to be comfortable. As the minutes tick by and your family asks you when there’s going to be breakfast, you wonder what you should do. What are bed bug bites? Why are they happening? And how do you get rid of them? I hate bed bug bites. Hate them with the fire of a thousand burning suns. Are you scratching your head? Thank goodness for that hat, or your head would really hurt now wouldn’t it? You’ve probably heard of the picturesque itching, the nonstop red bumpy rash and even…

Bed Bug Bite Rash

When you are bitten by a bed bug, an allergic reaction happens.

When you are bitten by a bed bug, an allergic reaction happens. The skin reacts to the injected fecal matter that causes itching and swelling. This is not contagious nor dangerous.

The biggest symptom is the rash around the bite.

The biggest symptom is the rash around the bite, which can be red and itchy. It can also get swollen.

Some people will experience a fever along with their rash and itchiness—the bug’s saliva contains an anti-coagulant that keeps you from healing properly, so your body’s immune system responds by releasing more blood into the area to help heal it faster. This can lead to a slight fever or chills.

The rash will look like many red spots.

The rash will look like many red spots.

It will be itchy and flat.

The spots may be pink, red or purple in color.

They may form a line or zigzag pattern on your skin.

This rash does not spread across the body and is not contagious to others who touch you or sleep in the same bed as you.

Bed bugs: What bites look like and how to get rid of them

Bed bugs are tiny, reddish-brown insects that live in cracks and crevices of bed frames, headboards, and bedding. They can be found in the seams of mattresses and box springs; on nightstands or dressers; behind wallpaper; inside electrical outlets; and along baseboards.

Bed bug bites look like bumps with red rings around them. The marks may itch or feel painful (especially if you’re allergic) but won’t leave scars. If you have a large infestation of bed bugs, your skin will become irritated from constant scratching — this is the body’s attempt to get rid of the irritation caused by the bites!

Check out our infographic below for more information on what a bed bug bite looks like and how to get rid of one:

It is not painful but it is itchy.

While it is not painful, the itchiness is something that can be quite irritating. This is because of the nature of these skin conditions. The rash itself has small red bumps with a white center which tend to be slightly raised and rough to touch. When you scratch them, they might bleed a bit because they are filled with blood vessels which makes them appear red in color underneath the surface.

The other important thing that you should know about bed bug bites is that they tend to get worse if left untreated for long periods of time or if not cleaned properly as soon as possible after being bitten by one of these insects since their saliva contains an enzyme that causes irritation on your skin when exposed to air for too long (this also happens when using any kind of insecticides).

In addition there are several other symptoms associated with bed bug bites such as fever along with insecticide poisoning or hives due to allergic reactions which may occur anywhere from 1-7 days after being bitten by an infected member(s) (or dying) within 24 hours depending on how severe it gets over time since everyone reacts differently so its best practice just contact us right away before things get worse!

There are a few ways to make the itchiness better.

• Calamine lotion can be applied to the rash to help with itching and dryness. Be careful not to get any in your eyes, as it can cause irritation.
• Many antihistamines are available over the counter and work by reducing swelling, redness, itching and other symptoms associated with bug bites. Consult your doctor for more information or if you have asthma or other breathing difficulties.
• Cryotherapy is a technique that has been used since ancient times to cool down inflamed skin areas such as bug bites. Ice packs can be used directly on the affected area; however this should only be done for 15 minutes at a time because excessive cooling may cause frostbite or nerve damage in sensitive areas of your body like fingers and toes!

Apply calamine lotion to the spot.

Another remedy that can help with the itching is calamine lotion. Calamine lotion can be purchased at a pharmacy and has a pink color to it. To apply, simply rub it over the spot where you were bitten multiple times per day until your rash goes away.

Take a Benadryl tablet to help take away the itch.

Take a Benadryl tablet to help take away the itch.

Take one tablet every 4-6 hours as needed, but do not exceed 6 tablets within 24 hours unless advised by a doctor. This medication should be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Do not take more than directed and do not take this medication if you are taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI).

Put ice on the spot.

The first thing you should do is to apply ice to the spot. The ice will help reduce swelling and inflammation, which can make the bite less noticeable. It’s important that you apply the ice for about 20 minutes at a time, so it may be best to do this throughout the day whenever you’re able.

You also want to make sure that you don’t apply too much pressure when applying the ice, as this could cause further irritation on top of what’s already there. If your skin is dry or cracked from being bitten by bed bugs before they were treated by pest control professionals (or if they were not treated properly), then use a wet cloth instead of dry one so that it doesn’t stick when applied over the affected area

You should treat your rash right away.

You should treat your rash as soon as you notice it.

If you see a red, bumpy rash that’s covering most of your body, it’s likely bed bug bites. If this is the case, there are a few things to avoid doing:

• Don’t pop or scratch the rash (this could cause an infection).
• Don’t use hot compresses on the affected area (it will only make the pain worse).
• Don’t put alcohol on the affected area (the alcohol might dry out your skin and make it worse).