Bed Bug Infestation: An Updated Review
- Authors: Leung A.1, Lam J.2, Barankin B.3, Leong K.4, Hon K.5
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Affiliations:
- Department of Pediatrics, University of Calgary
- Department of Pediatrics and Department of Dermatology and Skin Sciences, University of British Columbia
- , Toronto Dermatology Centre
- Pediatric Institute, Kuala Lumpur General Hospital
- Department of Paediatrics, Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Issue: Vol 20, No 2 (2024)
- Pages: 137-149
- Section: Medicine
- URL: https://medjrf.com/1573-3963/article/view/645473
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.2174/1573396320666230406084801
- ID: 645473
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Abstract
In the past decade, there has been a global resurgence of bed bug infestations, especially in developed countries. Proper awareness and identification of bed bug infestations are essential to guide treatment and eradication. The purpose of this article is to familiarize physicians with bed bug bites so that they can effectively diagnose, treat, and address questions about bed bug bites and infestations. Bed bug bites are often painless. Typical reactions include pruritic, erythematous maculopapules occurring in clusters or in a linear or curvilinear distribution in exposed areas of the body. A small red punctum may be visualized at the center of the bite mark. Lesions that appear three in a row and papules on the upper eyelid associated with erythema and edema are highly suggestive of bites from bed bugs. Exaggerated local reactions such as vesicles, urticarial wheals, urticarial perilesional plaques, diffuse urticaria, bullae, and nodules may occur in previously sensitized individuals. Reactions to bed bug bites are self-limited. As such, treatment is mainly symptomatic. Topical pramoxine and oral antihistamines can be used to alleviate pruritus. Topical corticosteroids can be used for significant eruptions to control inflammation and pruritus, and to hasten resolution of the lesions. Integrated pest management, an approach for the eradication of bed bugs, includes monitoring devices (active monitors include the use of heat or carbon dioxide attractants and passive monitors include the use of sticky pads for trapping), and judicious use of nonchemical and chemical treatments known to be effective. Nonchemical interventions include keeping affected areas clean and free of clutter, vacuuming, washing linens with hot water, caulking wall holes and cracks where bugs can hide, proper disposal of highly infested items, and placement of bed bug traps/interceptors at the base of beds and furniture. Chemical interventions involve the use of insecticides such as synthetic pyrethroids, silicates, insect growth disruptors, carbamates, organophosphates, neonicotinoids, diethyl-meta-toluamide, chlorfenapyr, fipronil and plant essential oils. Insecticides should be used with caution to prevent over-exposure and toxicity (in particular, cardiovascular and neurologic toxicity), especially if there are young children around. It is important to note that multiple mechanisms of insecticide resistance exist and as such, chemical treatment should only be undertaken by trained professionals who understand the current literature on resistance. Both nonchemical and chemical technologies should be combined for optimal results.
:Bed bug infestations may cause diverse dermal reactions, stigmatization, poor self-esteem, emotional stress, anxiety, significant adverse effect on quality of life, and substantial socioeconomic burden to society. As such, their rapid detection and eradication are of paramount importance. Consultation with a professional exterminator is recommended to fully eradicate an infestation.
About the authors
Alexander Leung
Department of Pediatrics, University of Calgary
Author for correspondence.
Email: info@benthamscience.net
Joseph Lam
Department of Pediatrics and Department of Dermatology and Skin Sciences, University of British Columbia
Email: info@benthamscience.net
Benjamin Barankin
, Toronto Dermatology Centre
Email: info@benthamscience.net
Kin Leong
Pediatric Institute, Kuala Lumpur General Hospital
Email: info@benthamscience.net
Kam Hon
Department of Paediatrics, Chinese University of Hong Kong
Email: info@benthamscience.net
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