Question 1

what do bed bug bites look like on african-american?

Accepted Answer

No major difference: but African Americans do tend to scar more if the bite is scratched or infected.

Question 2

i have some raised dry patches on my but area and i wanted to know if it's bed bug bites? i am a african american

Accepted Answer

Doubt bed bugs: "Raised dry patches" doesn't suggest bug bites, and bed bugs would not limit their meals to your buttock area, more likely itchy red bumps in several locations. Sounds like some other kind of dermatitis. Not enough information to even guess at the cause, but your race or skin color almost certainly has nothing to do with it. See a doctor, preferably a dermatologist. Good luck!

Question 3

what distinguishes bed bug bites from black widow bites?

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Bed bug bites/spider: Bed bug bites are usually very itchy red bumps in multiple locations, often scattered around on the trunk and/or extremities. There's no pain. Black widow spiders leave only a tiny mark with 2 tiny holes in the skin initially, and there can be only 1 bite. After the bite, there is severe pain locally and in other parts of the body, nausea and vomiting, chills and abdominal pain.

Question 4

is there anyway to get rid of black marks left behind from bed bug bites?

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Not great.: time, and bleaching. The bleach can cause scar/irritation and even make it worse. Laser bleaching like for tatoo removal is probalby the most sure fire method.

Question 5

how do you treat bed bug bites?

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Bed bug bites: The bites themselves are not self-perpetuating and they do not spread, but they are sometimes extremely itchy. Antihistamines can be used for the itch, as well as topical creams like cortisone 10. If a person is very sensitive and the reactions are unusually severe, oral steroids could be used, but these are not often needed. http://www.medicinenet.com/bed_bugs/article.htm.

Question 6

what to do about these bed bug bites?

Accepted Answer

Bed bugs: You can take antihistamines if you feel itchy. Topical steroid creams can be used on lesions. For a severe allergic reaction to bites – please seek medical evaluation and treatment.

Question 7

what is the best way to treat bed bug bites?

Accepted Answer

Observation: Observation for possible secondary bacterial infection and an antihistamine for the itch and inflammation (if present).  Also, over the counter strength Hydrocortisone (1%) may help reduce the swelling.

Question 8

how can i tell if what i have are bed bug bites?

Accepted Answer

Find the bed bug: You can't be certain until you can trace the source of the bugs. This may include the headboard, mattress, box spring.  Look for the brownish fecal deposit on the sheets especially in hotels.

Question 9

what is the best way to rid bed bug bites?

Accepted Answer

Bed Bug bites.: You can take antihistamines if you feel itchy. Topical steroid creams can be used on lesions. For a severe allergic reaction to bites – please seek medical evaluation and treatment.  You will need to eradicate them or you will continue to be bitten. Declutter entire bedroom & any other effected rooms. Check this site for instructions:  http://treatmentforbedbugs.Com/  place all junk in tightly.

Question 10

how to get rid of bed bug bites?

Accepted Answer

Hydrocortisone cream: You can use a little Hydrocortisone cream to reduce the inflamation and itching.

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