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I grabbed a piece of paper and carefully scooped a few of them up to inspect. To my surprise, they were surprisingly hard and uniform in shape, not soft or powdery like typical insect eggs. My curiosity grew, but so did my unease. I snapped a few photos to compare online and started researching. Hours passed as I combed through forums, articles, and videos.
What I discovered was completely unexpected. These were not insect eggs or signs of infestation at all. They were tiny, naturally occurring seeds that had somehow found their way into the mattress—likely carried in from outside, possibly in clothing or bedding. While relief washed over me, I also realized how easily our imagination can turn the mundane into something frightening.
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