Bed bug bites are one of the most common questions I see on forums and answer sites. Everyone wants to know how to get rid of bed bugs for good. There is a lot on the web about how long it take for bed bugs to die. In fact, there was even one thread that said they were using alcohol to kill bed bugs. Before we go through how to stop bed bugs from biting let’s discuss first how long bed bugs live without feeding as this is important information when choosing control measures. Bed bug bites can itch like crazy and have you in the middle of the night scratching your poor, itchy body. My brother and his wife have had to endure this agony because of bed bugs in their apartment. I’m here to tell you that there are ways to relieve bed bug itch. Just follow the instructions further down in this article to start getting them under control. Bed bugs occur due to the filthy habits of the people. The bed is the most basic furniture used by everyone. But most of the people are ignorant about their habits which causes bed bugs to occur. Bed bug bites can be flattened and red in color, this is the common sign among all the bed bug bite victims. Though it may take time generally they occur after three days of getting bitten by a bed bug. If you’ve ever had an itch and scratched your arm, then you know how it feels to have an itch. But if the itch is on your back or somewhere that’s not easily reachable, then you might be tempted to find someone that can scratch it for you. For people living with bedbug bites, it’s even worse — they don’t just look at their skin rashes and think itchy, they often imagine having bugs crawl all over them and scratching them might relieve them!

How To Relieve Bed Bug Itch

Introduction

If you have bed bugs, it’s important that you immediately call a pest control professional to deal with the issue. But until they arrive, there are ways to ease the itching and discomfort caused by bed bug bites.

Avoid Scratching

Scratching can make the itch worse, and it can also cause secondary infections. Scratching may also cause scars and damage to the skin. It is important to avoid scratching because it can lead to bleeding, swelling, or other complications.

Apply a cold compress

To relieve bed bug itch, apply a cold compress to the affected area for about 10-15 minutes at a time. Repeat as needed. For example, if you have been itching for an hour, you can apply the compress for 15 minutes and then wait until it starts to itch again before reapplying. Try using one of these items:

• Cloth or paper towel – This will be easier to use than ice cubes since they won’t melt as quickly and they don’t need to be held in place with anything else. If you can find the cloths used by restaurants (such as napkins), those work great because they’re usually very large and easy to hold onto while applying them directly onto affected areas (or even wrapping them around your entire body). Just make sure that whatever material you choose doesn’t get wet; if this happens then instead try using something waterproof like plastic wrap instead!
• Bag full of frozen vegetables – These are much cheaper than any other option but may not always be available due to cost when compared against bags full of raw chicken breasts which could last someone months without spoiling too quickly due to having nothing inside them except air molecules everywhere throughout their body.”

Use an over-the-counter antihistamine

Antihistamines are available over-the-counter in liquid, pill or cream form. They can be used for many different conditions and are generally safe for most people to use. However, if you suffer from any allergies or have certain health conditions, it is best to talk with your healthcare provider before using an over-the-counter antihistamine.

Antihistamines work by blocking the body’s inflammatory response which helps to relieve symptoms such as itching, swelling and redness associated with insect bites and skin irritations caused by the sun. There are different strengths available so choose one that is right for you depending on how severe your symptoms are.

Some antihistamines come in a gel form while others come as creams or ointments that are applied topically onto affected areas of skin like bed bug bites. The active ingredient in most antihistamines is either diphenhydramine (Benadryl), chlorpheniramine maleate (Chlor-Trimeton), loratadine (Claritin), fexofenadine hydrochloride (Allegra) or cetirizine hydrochloride (Zyrtec).

Take an oral pain reliever.

Take an oral pain reliever.

• Avoid aspirin, as it can cause stomach bleeding.
• Do not take ibuprofen if you have an allergy to it or are taking certain medications that interact with it (e.g., blood thinners).
• Take ibuprofen with food or milk, which reduces the risk of irritation in your stomach and helps increase absorption of the drug into your body.
• Take ibuprofen with a glass of water, as this helps keep down side effects such as heartburn by washing away some of the drug before it reaches your small intestine, where this side effect typically occurs.

Take a warm bath with Epsom salts.

Epsom salts are magnesium sulfate, a mineral that is found in many natural sources. Epsom salts are safe to use and are known for their ability to provide relief from itching and pain.

You can take an Epsom salt bath any time you need it. Simply add about 1-2 cups of the salt into warm water, mix well and then get in the tub once the water has cooled down enough (but before it gets cold). Soak for 15 minutes or so then rinse off with cool water when finished.

Avoid scratching, apply a cold compress, use an antihistamine

It is best to avoid scratching as it can cause skin infections. You can also apply a cold compress to the area to relieve itchiness.

If you are experiencing an allergic reaction, you will want to take an antihistamine or over-the-counter pain reliever. A warm bath with Epsom salts can also help reduce swelling and itching.

Conclusion

Bed bugs are not only annoying, but there are physical health implications that come along with an infestation. In addition to the possibility of an allergic reaction, bed bug bites can cause skin irritation and inflammation. The itching from these bites can make it difficult for a person to get rest and may even lead them into scratching too much which could result in sores if the itch isn’t treated properly or quickly enough.

When you’re battling bed bugs, it is important that you take care of your skin by keeping it clean and moisturized while also treating any infections as soon as possible. For example, if someone has been bitten multiple times on their face then they might want to see a dermatologist who will prescribe medication specifically designed for this purpose so that they won’t have to worry about scarring down the road (or) feel uncomfortable having others look at them because of how their face looks right now!