Bed Bug Bites: How Much Damage Can They Really Do to Your Body and Mind?
Physically, a bed bug bite can cause minor pain and inflammation. Of course, the longer the infestation lasts or is allowed to worsen, the more severe the irritation and discomfort may become. Sometimes, more damage can be done by scratching at bites than the bites themselves do, which can lead to infections.
Bed bug bites often subside on their own over the course of a week or two, but in some cases, an over-the-counter steroid cream may be used. Be sure to speak to a doctor or pharmacist for the right advice on any bites you may have.
Mentally, the connection between bed bugs, emotional trauma, and persistent mental health problems has been documented by multiple researchers. Side effects may linger in some cases, including symptoms such as extreme anxiety, insomnia, and concentration problems.
In more severe situations, behaviors such as obsessiveness and hyper-vigilance may resemble those of PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Additional negative emotional and psychological effects that may result from bed bug attacks include nightmares, flashbacks, avoidance behaviors, and personal dysfunction.
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