Bed Bug Bites? How to stop the itch! Do you have bites, blisters and a rash that won’t go away? There are many things that can cause redness and itching. If you are wondering what is causing the itching, read on to learn more about bed bugs and to see if they could be the cause of your problem. Bug bites are terrible, and what’s even worse is when someone tells you to just quit scratching. Have you ever looked at the main ingredient in anti-itch cream? It’s lidocaine, and even that isn’t making a dent on your bed bug bite itch. But there are still things you can do to stop a bed bug bite itch while waiting for those little suckers to die off naturally. Bite itches are not pleasant and frustrating. Knowing you have an insect living in your home or office can be scary too. Bed bugs are a significant concern. Bedbugs or cimex lectularius are insects that live on blood and reproduce quickly. You and your family might be a host to these pests without knowing them and do not see any signs of bed bugs on your room, but you still get bites; this is when it gets difficult to know what’s biting you…

How To Make A Bed Bug Bite Stop Itching

Introduction

Bed bugs have been a problem since the ancient world. In fact, they were such a common problem that in ancient Rome it was normal to make your bed out of tree stumps! Surely you’d rather avoid living like an ancient Roman and instead find a practical solution to the irritation that comes from being bitten by these pests. But what is the solution?

There are a few things that you can do to help relieve the itching and discomfort associated with bed bug bites.

There are a few things that you can do to help relieve the itching and discomfort associated with bed bug bites.

• For mild irritation, apply calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream to affected areas. These products contain anti-itch properties that will help reduce your symptoms.
• A cool bath or shower may also help alleviate itching from a bed bug bite. The cool water on your skin will calm the itch sensation by constricting blood vessels in the area of the bite and reducing inflammation due to swelling.* If your bite becomes infected (redness, infection, pus), see your doctor right away as this could be an indication of a secondary infection caused by bacteria or fungus present in contaminated dust mites or other allergens found within mattresses or pillows that you sleep on.

Use cool compresses – try a washcloth soaked in cool water or refrigerated cucumber slices.

Use cool compresses – try a washcloth soaked in cool water or refrigerated cucumber slices.

Cool compresses are a great way to soothe itching and reduce swelling, but don’t use ice because that can further irritate your skin. If you have access to refrigerated cucumbers, consider placing them on your bites for about 20 minutes as an alternative to using ice packs or cold water. You might also try soaking the bite in cool water (but not too hot) or applying an over-the-counter hydrocortisone cream that contains 1% hydrocortisone (e.g., Cortaid Cream). Make sure the compress is clean before each application!

Try over the counter hydrocortisone cream.

• Hydrocortisone cream is often used to treat the itching, swelling and redness associated with bed bug bites. It can also help relieve pain associated with the bite.
• This cream may be applied directly to the bite or surrounding area, or it may be applied after bathing in order to trap moisture under your skin’s surface. This will help hydrate your skin and reduce itchiness by keeping new layers of dead cells from forming on top of each other as they usually do when people scratch their bites too much or don’t moisturize them properly after bathing.

Take an oral antihistamine like Benadryl to help with the itching. Please make sure to check the “active ingredient” on your specific product.

If you can’t find an over-the-counter antihistamine with diphenhydramine as the active ingredient, talk to your doctor about getting a prescription for one. You can also ask him or her about other options for treating bed bug bites that will work better for you than Benadryl.

You’ll want to make sure that you’re using the right dosage of Benadryl. For children under age 6, take half a tablet every four hours until symptoms are gone (no more than three doses in 24 hours). For adults and children over 6 years old, take one tablet every four hours until symptoms are gone (no more than three doses in 24 hours). The maximum daily dose is 25 mg per kilogram of body weight divided into three doses given at least eight hours apart each day. Be sure not to give more than 10 mg per kilogram of body weight per day unless instructed otherwise by your doctor.

Some people may be allergic to diphenhydramine and may experience swelling around their mouth or throat after taking it; if this happens contact Poison Control immediately at 1-800-222-1222

Try soaking in oatmeal baths to find relief from itching.

• Oatmeal baths have been shown to have an anti-inflammatory effect on the skin.
• Oatmeal baths are used to treat a variety of skin conditions including eczema and psoriasis.
• Oatmeal baths can also be used to treat sunburns and bug bites.

The treatment for bed bug bites is similar to that of other bug bites.

The treatment for bed bug bites is similar to that of other bug bites. Itching is often the most bothersome symptom, and may last days or weeks after the bite. To relieve itching, apply calamine lotion or hydrocortisone cream on the affected area. If the bite becomes inflamed (red and swollen), apply an ice pack to keep it from getting worse.

If you are still experiencing symptoms after treating your bed bug bites with these methods, contact your doctor immediately as they could be signs of a more serious medical condition such as insect hypersensitivity syndrome or Lyme disease.

Conclusion

Well there you have it, our tips and tricks for avoiding and treating bed bug bites. We hope this helps you on your quest to be more comfortable in your own home! If things ever get too out of control with those pests, don’t hesitate to call the experts.