Bed Bugs

Hello, dear reader! Have you heard about the bed bugs? Yes, those little monsters that steal your sleep, your blood and leave you with annoying itches.

Today we're going to talk about everything you need to know to avoid becoming their next dinner. Here we go!

What you need to know about bedbugs

Bedbugs are small insects that feed on human blood. They are nocturnal and very stealthy, making them true ninjas of the night. They are about the size of an apple seed, and vary in colour from brown to red, depending on when they last ate. Yes, it's a bit gross, but better to know than to ignore, right?

Have you been bitten by bedbugs?

If you've woken up with itchy, red marks on your body, you may have been the main target of a bedbug.

These bites usually appear on exposed areas of skin and can cause irritation, redness and even infection if scratched too much. So, if you've become a bedbug buffet, it's time to take action!

How to treat their bites?

Generally, no treatment is needed for bedbug bites and they usually go away on their own within a week or two. The important thing is to keep the area clean and avoid scratching. If it does not improve, see a specialist.

Don't take them home!

Bedbugs love tourists, because they are an opportunity to travel and spread around the world.

They can travel in your clothes, suitcases or even second-hand furniture. Any hotel can have an infestation of bed bugs, as they are not related to hygiene, but to the coming and going of new guests.

Wash all your clothes at a temperature of at least 60°C and check your belongings thoroughly before and after the trip.

How to avoid bed bugs?

Prevention is the key. Here are some tips:

Check hotel rooms before unpacking
Do not place your suitcase on the floor or near the bed.
Wash your clothes at high temperature after travelling.
Use bedbug-proof mattress protectors.

Treatments to eliminate bedbugs

If you already have an infestation, don't worry, there are solutions.

Insecticide treatment

There are several specific insecticides available to eliminate these bed bugs. However, it is recommended that this treatment is carried out by a professional, as the incorrect use of insecticides can be dangerous.

In addition, you could be spreading bedbug infestations throughout the house if this is not done in a controlled manner.

Temperature treatment

Bed bugs are sensitive to extreme temperatures. Washing clothes at over 60°C or using a professional heat treatment may be the most effective and safest for your family.

Washing clothes at 60°C ensures that all stages of the pest are eliminated.

Everything we know about bedbugs

Bedbug bites, a blood issue 🩸

Bedbugs are nocturnal parasites and feed on blood.
Fortunately, they are not fatal to humans.
They do not pose a great risk to domestic animals, but they can help to disperse them around the home.
Approximately 65% of people are not affected by their bite.

Origin and Resistance: bedbugs are like superheroes, but evil

They can spend between 38 and 142 days fasting, far longer than any detox diet you have ever done.
They are older than Matias Prats and there is genetic evidence that places them 245,000 years ago.
Steel eggs: this is the most resistant stage of the cycle, but the right temperature can kill them.
Check them out because they are masters of hide and seek.

If they have already infested your home

Wash like there's no tomorrow: recover your clothes by washing them at 60°C or higher.
Use anti-bedbug mattress covers to prevent bedbugs from proliferating in your mattress.
Prevention, the best weapon: before you become a bedbug buffet, take precautions!
Don't become an amateur exterminator: they are resistant to insecticides. Call in the professionals before they move in permanently.