Do Bed Bugs Bite? Symptoms and Reactions

Got red welts itching up your North Shore bedroom? Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) bite, and it’s no myth—they suck your blood at night with a numbing jab. In 2025, cases are spiking in Montreal (40x since 2005!), mostly from travel. Learn the signs before your Rive-Sud pad turns into their diner.

Do They Really Bite?

Yep—they inject saliva to mask the sting while they feast. No diseases spread, but your skin might freak out differently. Experts confirm: it’s all about the blood buffet, not bugs. Traveled lately? Check those sheets!

Symptoms to Watch For

• Bites: Lines or clusters of 3-4 red bumps (the "breakfast-lunch-dinner" pattern) on arms, neck, or legs. Show up 1-14 days later—slow burn.
• Itching: Intense scratch fest, sometimes swelling. Some feel nada, others go nuts.
• 2025 Trend: Montreal X users mix these up with mites or chiggers—quick ID is key!

Possible Reactions

• Mild: Hives or localized rash—hydrocortisone cream fixes it.
• Severe: Rare (<1%), but anaphylaxis or infections from scratching are up. Fever or crazy swelling? Hit a doc (Québec Santé says so).
• Mental: Insomnia and stress pile on with infestations—silent killer.

"Thought it was mosquitoes. Two weeks later, I was scratched raw—bed bugs got me!" — Marc G., South Shore

Why It Matters in Montreal

Underreported infestations (2-3% known cases) are climbing with tourism. Hotels, luggage, used furniture—the culprits are everywhere. Act fast before your room’s their all-you-can-eat.

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