Bed bug
Bed bug
Bed bug (Cimex lectularius) is a type of insect that feeds on human blood, usually at night. Their bites can result in a number of health impacts including skin rashes, allergic symptoms, and psychological effects.
Pronunciation
Bed bug: /ˈbɛd bʌɡ/
Etymology
The term "bed bug" is derived from the bug's preferred habitat of houses and especially beds or other areas where people sleep. "Bed bugs" is mentioned in literature as early as 400 BC and were a common problem in Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Related Terms
- Cimicidae: The family of insects bed bugs belong to.
- Hemiptera: The order of insects bed bugs belong to, also known as "true bugs".
- Parasitism: The relationship between bed bugs and their human hosts.
- Pesticide resistance: A common problem in bed bug eradication efforts.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bed bug
- Wikipedia's article - Bed bug
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