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Don't Let The Bed Bugs Bite - When You Need To Replace Your Mattress

"Sleep tight, don't let the bed bugs bite," is a cute, childish expression, but handling bed bugs in your home

is not child's play.

Signs of bed bug bites

Any small, raised or flat bite on your skin may be due to bed bugs.

It can be difficult to distinguish an individual bed bug bite from that

of a flea or mosquito. A common identifying sign of bed bug bites is

a unique bite pattern where three or more bites appear in a row.

This is known as a "breakfast, lunch and dinner" pattern, and is a

clear indication of bed bugs.

Bed bug bites are unknown to cause infectious diseases, but they can cause redness, swelling and itching.

Scratching a bite can cause an infection. Generally, there are no serious health problems associated with

bed bug bites, but some people may have an allergic reaction and should talk to a doctor immediately.

Treatment for people without an allergic reaction is not needed, but using a topical steroid cream can

reduce the symptoms. Infections from scratching may need antibiotics.

Getting rid of bed bugs

Ridding a home of bed bugs is often a difficult battle. There are sprays and special powders that can be

applied to furniture and bedding in a home which has bed bugs. Pest control professionals are another

option. Often multiple applications of these solutions are required to treat the infestation. Since bed bugs

can live throughout a home, not only in a bed as the name suggests, home owners may have to treat the

entire house.

The success rate of eradicating bed bugs depends on the type of treated surface and the products used. It

is possible to treat carpets and furniture with stronger chemicals which kills the bed bugs, but these

chemicals are not the best solution for your mattress. The best way to eliminate bed bugs from disturbing

your sleep is to replace your bedding and mattress.

When to replace your mattress and bedding?

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There are a few signs which indicate it is a good idea to replace your bedding and mattress. If you see bed

bugs, it is obviously a sign of an active infestation. Even if you can't find live bed bugs, you may still have

them. Look for dark fecal matter stains, egg cases, and shed skins on your mattress. Make sure to check

both sides of the mattress for any evidence.

If you notice any of these signs, the safest bet is remove the bedding and mattress from your home and

purchase replacements. For more information on bed bugs or replacing mattresses, contact The Bedding

Mart.