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Do bed bugs transmit disease?

April 26, 2017bed bugs disease transmit

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Do bed bugs transmit disease?

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There is currently no evidence indicating bed bugs are capable of transmitting pathogens causing infectious disease in humans. However, some individuals may have moderate to severe allergic reactions to proteins found in bed bug saliva, thereby increasing inflammation and itchiness of the bites. Excessive scratching of bite marks may also cause secondary infections.