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I sat on the couch of a relative who has bedbugs. what is my risk of getting bedbugs myself and what can i do to be extra safe?
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Some: There is some risk but not great. Take a warm shower with bacterial soap and watch for any signs of bites. All the best.
Answered 4/25/2015
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