US Man Eaten Alive By Bed Bugs, Found Dead In Jail Cell; Know All About Infestation And How To Get Rid Of Them
New Delhi: A 35-year-old man died in Atlanta jail after being eaten alive by insects and bedbugs, his family lawyer told the media. Officials said LaShawn Thompson was arrested for misdemeanor and simple battery last year. He was placed in the Fulton County Jails psychiatric wing after officials determined he had mental health issues. According to the Medical Examiner's report obtained by the newspaper USA Today, Thompson was found unresponsive in his jail cell and pronounced dead after failed CPR attempts by local police and medical personnel. My client was found dead in a jail cell after being eaten alive by bedbugs and insects, a statement by Michael D. Harper, Thompsons lawyer, said. He even described the case as one of the most inhuman deaths he had ever witnessed. According to Harper and Thompsons family, prison records show that the staff knew his medical condition was deteriorating but did nothing to help. ]]>They watched his death decline until he died, the statement added. Harper told Daily Star UK that when the prison warden found Thompson to give him first aid, she freaked out as his body was full of bedbugs. The scene was so horrific, he said, that she would not even administer CPR when she found him. A coroners report has confirmed that there were no signs of physical injuries on Thompsons body and that there was a severe bedbug infestation. What are bedbugs? According to health experts, bedbugs are small, oval, brown insects that feed on the blood of animals and humans. Since they do not make nests like ants or bees, bed bugs tend to live in groups in hiding places and move very quickly. They lay hundreds of eggs, each about the size of a speck of dust, over a lifetime. How are they harmful? Even though bedbugs are not considered dangerous, their bites can be itchy and uncomfortable and spread infection. Also, many people are allergic to their bites, which can cause hives, blisters, or intense itchingThe first signs of bed bugs infection are: Small, itchy bites on your skin Rashes Fever Treatment Treatment for bedbugs infestation includes: Topical creams to relieve itching Oral antibiotics, if infection occurs because of skin irritation Corticosteroids Anti-histamines to help relieve allergic reactionsHow to get rid of infestation?To get rid of bedbugs, there are a few chemical and nonchemical approaches, especially if you have a large infestation. A few easy steps are: Regularly wash your bedding, curtains, and clothing in hot water and dry them in the sun if possibleAlways use a stiff brush to scrub mattress seams Vacuum your bed and the area around it every day Make sure your windows are clean. Make sure your house is clean and there are no cracks in the plaster. Get rid of clutter around your bed Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.
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