Once inside, they will emerge at night to feed on us or our pets. Typically, no pain is felt at the time of the bite. Sometime later, a local reaction including pain, redness, swelling and itching may occur. Subsequent bites may lead to sensitization and all levels of allergic reaction are possible including life-threatening anaphylaxis. Keep the bite sites clean with soap and water.
Severe reactions require medical treatment.
Arthropod anaphylaxis kits are prescribed for patients following severe reactions. Call the Poison Center if you've been bitten.