Waking up with red, itchy bumps—especially in lines or clusters—may signal a bed bug infestation. “These bites are a signal of a bed bug infestation — a situation that requests immediate attention.”

Bed bugs are tiny, flat, brownish insects that feed on human and animal bl00d, mostly at night. They hide in mattresses, bed frames, furniture, and small crevices, often going unnoticed.

Bites look like small, red bumps or welts, usually in clusters. They’re often painless at first but can become itchy. “Scraping them can lead to secondary infections,” especially in sensitive individuals.

Bed bugs hitchhike on luggage, clothes, secondhand furniture, or even through walls in apartments. A single female can lay hundreds of eggs, making early action vital.

While they don’t spread diseases, bites cause “severe itching, discomfort, sleep issues, and emotional distress.” Allergic reactions may require medical care.

Wash bites with soap and water. Use anti-itch creams or antihistamines. To eliminate bugs: wash bedding in hot water, vacuum thoroughly, use special mattress covers, and consider pest control help for larger infestations.