12/01/2022
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I GET BIT BY A TICK?
The first step in treating Lyme disease is removing the tick as soon as possible, which can often be done with fine-tipped tweezers. It is important that you remove the entire tick’s body because leaving behind any part of its body can cause infection in the bite wound. After removing the tick, wash the area of the skin around it with soap and water to keep bacteria from entering your bloodstream. This occurs when the tick’s mouthparts remain on the skin.
It is very important to consult a doctor immediately if you experience Lyme disease symptoms. It is advised that you also seek medical advice even if you do not have any symptoms or experience any new or worsening symptoms of the disease in order to rule out other possible causes for your problems. However, if you have had Lyme disease previously, you should be tested to see if you are still infected with it. This can be done by giving a blood test.