As you know, a bedbug bite is painless and usually not felt. This is because bed bugs secrete a powerful anesthetic when they sting. When the anesthetic effect wears off, itching occurs. Today we will show you 6 pictures of bed bug bites on face that clearly show what these types of bites look like.
Bedbugs are small, oval-shaped, flightless insects that can be confused with ticks or small cockroaches. They cannot fly and are considered the plague of the 21st century in developed countries. For example, it is estimated that one in five Americans has had a bug infestation or knows someone who has.
In the first image, we can see the face of a young woman with bedbug bites on her right cheek.
Bed Bug Bites On Face Pictures
Bed bug bites usually occur on parts of your body that are exposed while you sleep. The most affected parts of the body are usually the legs, feet, arms, hands, and neck. The face is not the preferred place for bedbugs to bite, but occasionally they do. They only itch on the face when the other regions of the body are not available.
In the second image, we can see the face of another woman with bedbug bites, this time on the left cheek.
Facial bites may be confused with acne or a rash from another cause. However, as time passes and the anesthetic effect wears off, you begin to feel the itching and the swelling and redness around the bite.
In the third image, we can see the bites of bedbugs in the region of the cheekbone and right cheek of another woman.
These bites may look like other insect bites or various skin conditions, making them difficult to identify. Other bedbug-like rashes include fleas, mosquitoes, allergy hives, and fungal infections.
In the following picture, we can see the face of a woman who has been bitten by bedbugs during the night. You can see the bite pattern on both the face and neck.
Small, flat, or raised bumps on the skin are the most common sign. They have a special shape that distinguishes them from flea bites and other bites. Some studies show that they prefer to bite the skin around the eyelids and areas such as the neck, feet, and arms.
The following image shows the face of another woman with white skin, who has been stung on different parts of her right cheek.
Bed Bug Bites On Face Images
Once the bites are present on the face, a thorough inspection of all parts of the home is necessary. Bloodstains found on bed sheets, stings, and the presence of bed bug feces are some of the signs of a bedbug infestation.
The inspection to rule out the presence of bed bugs must be thorough and should preferably be done at night. Try to check the seams of the mattresses and under the bed. You should also check other areas such as the headboard, and places near the bed.
Other places you should inspect are furniture and clothing, in general. Check places like outlets, doors, carpets, rugs, and cracks in the walls or floor.
Our latest image shows the face of a man with a lot of bites in the jaw area. Apparently, the bites have been produced by several bedbugs.
We hope these pictures of bed bug bites on the face can help you correctly identify this type of bite. This way you can treat them properly.
Treatment for Bites
Usually, it’s not necessary to apply any treatment for the bites since they heal on their own. If the itching is very intense, you can take oral antihistamines such as Loratadine or Diphenhydramine, and topical treatment with corticosteroid creams. You can also use calamine-based lotions to relieve itching.
Some home remedies for bedbug bites include measures to control itchings, such as oatmeal baths, yogurt, magnesia milk, or cold compresses.
Finally, remember to avoid clutter and dirt in your home, as this complicates the elimination of this pest.
