A MUM begged doctors to amputate her leg after ‘bug bites’ turned out to be a flesh-rotting disease. Teresa Jones told how her legs quickly turned black and the skin started to die ...

Infected bug bites may require a course of antibiotics. Seek urgent medical treatment if you develop red skin streaks, the bite area spreads, your pain worsens, or you develop symptoms of sepsis.

Turns out, they weren’t ladybugs at all, but Asian lady beetles, which are way more invasive. They bite, they’re toxic to pets, and they can even cause allergic reactions in people.

Insect and spider bites can cause small lacerations, swelling, skin discoloration, blisters, and other symptoms. Home treatment may relieve symptoms but some bites may need medical attention.