While bed bugs do not transmit disease, the bites will often result in red, itchy welts. The biggest problem with bed bugs is how fast they spread.

Q. I have “skeeter syndrome” and have lived with it since childhood. While others put on perfume when dressing to go out, I douse myself with “eau de DEET” with either OFF or Cutter.

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The usual treatment for skeeter syndrome is a topical prescription steroid such as triamcinolone or clobetasol. A small ...