v=1 Most people have, at some point, discovered mysterious bites that leave red, itchy welts on their skin. The most common culprits of these irritations are no-see-ums and bed bugs—but what’s ...

Bed bug bites are itchy, annoying, and just plain creepy. Although the bites are generally harmless, it's important to identify and get rid of bed bugs, otherwise they will keep biting you.

2. Bed Bug Bites Bed bugs are tricky insects that hide in beds, chairs, couches, and curtains. They emerge from hiding and feed every five to 10 days but can go without food for over a year.