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22. Health implications of bed bugs

Bed bugs can cause a variety of health issues, from itchy, red welts from their bites to allergic reactions in some people. There's also a risk of secondary infection from scratching the bite sites. While they are not known to transmit diseases, the bites can be uncomfortable and disruptive to sleep.

Bedbug bites in hotel room Joel Carillet / Getty Images

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