About.com Health: Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite!

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Health From Heather Loeb, your About Health Editor We had a recent incident with bed bugs, and it was definitely one of the most stressful experiences of my life. Bed Bugs Overview These creepy-crawlies don't transmit any disease, but their bites can be plenty uncomfortable. See More About:  bed bugs  sleep environments  insomnia Bed Bug Bite Pictures Apparently, not everyone reacts to bed bug bites, and those that do have a wide range of experiences. See More About:  bed bug bites  bug bites  wound pictures Can I Be Allergic to Bed Bugs? The reaction to bed bugs is due to the irritant effect of the bite. Reports of anaphylaxis due to bed bug bites are rare. See More About:  itching  antihistamines  eczema How to Treat Bed Bugs Getting rid of bed bugs is a huge pain, so preventative steps are important. If you find evidence of bugs, you'll most likely need to hire a professional. See More About:  bed bugs  bed bug bites  skin rashes Health Ads Bed Bugs Pictures Health Health Fairs 2011 Human Health Hazard Department of Health Featured Articles Follow About.com Health on Twitter Silence Your Inner Critic How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? 2011 Flu Vaccine Options The Benefits of Vitamin B12 Who's Who At the Hospital   More from About.com Favorite Summer Frozen Drinks Blended with ice or chock full of fresh fruit, these yummy drinks will liven up any warm-weather gathering. More> Best Frozen Summer Desserts Ten easy, delicious, make-ahead desserts that will cool you down on the hottest of summer days. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2011 About.com   Free Health Tools From About.com Check Your Symptoms Understand Your Test Results Count Calories, Lose Weight Advertisement