Bites and Skin Irritation : Bed bugs are nocturnal and feed on the blood of their hosts, often humans. Their bites can result in itchy, red, and sometimes painful welts or rashes. Excessive scratching of these bites can lead to secondary infections.

Allergic Reactions :Some individuals may experience allergic reactions to bed bug bites, which can range from mild to severe. Symptoms may include swelling, hives, and difficulty breathing in severe cases.

Sleep Disturbance :Bed bugs are most active at night when their hosts are sleeping. Their bites can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to sleep deprivation, irritability, and decreased overall well-being.

Psychological Distress : Living with a bed bug infestation can cause significant psychological distress, including anxiety, stress, and a sense of invasion of privacy. The fear of being bitten can lead to insomnia and mental health issues.

Secondary Infections :Scratching bed bug bites can break the skin, creating open wounds that are susceptible to bacterial infections. This can result in more serious health complications.

Chemical Treatments : Pest control professionals may use approved insecticides to treat infested areas. These treatments are applied to areas where bed bugs are present, such as cracks, crevices, and seams in mattresses and furniture.

Heat Treatment : Heat treatment involves raising the temperature in infested areas to a level that is lethal to bed bugs. Specialized equipment is used to heat the affected spaces, ensuring that all bed bugs and their eggs are killed.

Steam Treatment : Steam treatment uses high-temperature steam to kill bed bugs and their eggs on contact. It is often used on surfaces like mattresses, upholstery, and cracks and crevices.

Vacuuming : Vacuuming can help remove live bed bugs and their eggs from surfaces. Special vacuum cleaners equipped with HEPA filters are often used for this purpose.