I’m not a succulent Chinese meal!
I know this sounds strange, but I’ve been grappling with a puzzling issue and can’t seem to find any answers.
I grew up in Australia and then spent over a decade living abroad. Now that I’m back, I’ve noticed a peculiar pattern every summer. Late at night during the warmer months, I start feeling what seems like tiny bites all over my body. It resembles flea bites, but there are definitely no fleas to be found. I’ve searched thoroughly and can confirm there are no bed bugs either.
Interestingly, even when I stay at a nice hotel in another state, the sensation persists. If it were an allergy to the laundry detergent used on the bed sheets, it shouldn’t follow me while traveling, right? Plus, why only in summer? Why do these sensations only occur at night? And where are the bite marks?
I feel like I’m losing my mind! Has anyone else experienced something similar? I vaguely remember dealing with this as a child, and I’ve heard something about a dust mite allergy. Is it possible that there are certain dust mites in Australia that are only active in warmer weather? I never had this issue while living in the northern hemisphere.
It sounds really frustrating to experience those sensations without a clear explanation. It could be linked to a few things, especially since you mentioned it seems to happen during the warmer months.
Firstly, you might be dealing with an allergy to dust mites, which can indeed be more prevalent in warmer weather. The tiny bites you’re feeling could also be a form of dermatitis, potentially triggered by factors like humidity or heat. Some people develop sensitivities to things like pollen or other outdoor allergens that increase in summer, and these can manifest as itchy sensations without visible bite marks.
Another possibility could be something like “delusional parasitosis,” where individuals mistakenly feel like they have bites or insects crawling on them due to stress or anxiety. It’s not uncommon, and it might be worth discussing with a dermatologist or an allergist, especially since it persists in hotels.
Given that it happens at night, you might also want to consider if there is anything specific in your bedroom environment that’s contributing—like certain types of fabrics or materials in your bedding or clothing that could be provoking a reaction.
Overall, reaching out to a healthcare professional could really help in pinpointing the cause and finding a solution. You’re definitely not alone in experiencing unexplained sensations, but hopefully, you’ll be able to get some answers!