Learn how to recognize and treat 8 common insect bites, including bedbugs, mosquitoes, and ticks. Stay safe on your travels with these practical tips and prevention strategies.

Bed bug bites can also cause an allergic reaction ... or if the bites don’t clear up after a few weeks. If your bites become infected, your doctor can prescribe antibiotics or other medication.

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Flea bites are itchy bites that tend to appear in clusters. Scratching the bites can cause an infection, which may result in a rash or blisters. Fleas are tiny bugs that don’t grow much larger ...

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