Question 1

can you have an allergic reaction to a tick bite?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Technically yes, but people who have an allergy to a tick bite are likely sensitive to any bites, i.e. Mosquito, sand fly, etc. Topical anti-inflammatory creams/ointments can help decrease any swelling or redness.

It's important to recognize that deer ticks can carry the pathogen for lyme disease. If you're concerned about a deer tick bite, i would discuss your concerns with a physician.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: circular rash at the site of a tick bite?

Accepted Answer

Lyme Disease: Sometimes  Lyme disease may cause a red, radial  rash
that is clear in the center.  This is caused by  Borrelia burgdorferi  infection.

Question 3

i have an insect bite on my left ankle, few days later got high fever and chills. also headaches and extreme swelling of my calf and ankle. house docter said tick bite fever, but the bite mark does not look like tick bite? can mosquitto bite do this?

Accepted Answer

Insect related : The illness may be related to an insect borne infection or an unrelated infection,but if the fever and symptoms worsen or persists, please see your physician. Fluids,rest and Ibuprofen for your fever are suggested.

Question 4

could a tick bite develop  a hematoma instead of a rash? got bitten in cuba by some insect and got an egg sized  hematoma. doctor didn't think it could. but 3 weeks exhausted and now neck stiffness!

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: Tick bite do not always cause a rash, and in theory, any insect bite or trauma could cause a hematoma. Your description suggests a possible infection. Please see a doctor for evaluation and appropriate treatment

Question 5

should i go to the doctor for a tick bite?  very small tick removed 2 days ago. red itchy rash  at site of tick bite. applied cortisone cream.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Please do not apply anything on the rash since it may mask the typical appearance of Lyme's. Do see your doctor.

Question 6

my husband has a weird rash around a bug bite. it could be a tick bite i am unsure. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If that is indeed a tick bite needs evaluation.

Question 7

my child has a weird circular rash after getting a tick bite. is this something i should be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This type of rash is also known as erythema migrans, and could be a sign of Lyme disease, especially if you live in the northeastern U.S. Your child needs to be seen by their pediatrician to be properly diagnosed and treated.

Question 8

i got a tick bite five days ago.  the tick was removed intact (i think) but the site is a red pimple and clear fluid is leaking and it feels a little hot. i have no fever or rash. also theres no red rings around the bite. should i be concerned about th

Accepted Answer

Yes and no. : If you are thinking lyme disease not likely but you could have cellulitis brewing. Watch for fewer and redness from the center

Question 9

i have some red spots, like rash, on legs, butt and back. there distant one from other and they are itchy. could they be an allergic reaction (it doesn't look like hives) or is it an insect bite? would an antihistamine help?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can examine: Antihistamines block the chemical histamine and thus decrease itchiness and decrease allergies. Red spots are hard to describe or diagnose in words, and can be from many causes such as:  viral infections, other infections, medication causes, strep throat, hot-tub rashes, heat rashes, reactions to creams or lotions, allergic reactions to various things (including foods), internal disorders, etc...

Question 10

how long do tick bite rashes last?

Accepted Answer

Up to you: If you are allergic to the bites, then they will itch for weeks.  If you scratch them, they will itch until you quit scratching them.  They can cause hard bumps called nodules if you continue to rub or scratch.  Also, are the fleas still around?  Other bites can look like flea bites and last a long time, such as scabies and other mites.  Hydrocortisone cream and oral Benadryl (diphenhydramine) will help the itch.

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What is the definition or description of: circular rash at the site of a tick bite?

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I have an insect bite on my left ankle, few days later got high fever and chills. also headaches and extreme swelling of my calf and ankle. house docter said tick bite fever, but the bite mark does not look like tick bite? can mosquitto bite do this?

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Could a tick bite develop a hematoma instead of a rash? got bitten in cuba by some insect and got an egg sized hematoma. doctor didn't think it could. but 3 weeks exhausted and now neck stiffness!

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Should i go to the doctor for a tick bite? very small tick removed 2 days ago. red itchy rash at site of tick bite. applied cortisone cream.

A member asked:

My husband has a weird rash around a bug bite. it could be a tick bite i am unsure. should i be worried?

A member asked:

My child has a weird circular rash after getting a tick bite. is this something i should be concerned about?

A member asked:

I got a tick bite five days ago. the tick was removed intact (i think) but the site is a red pimple and clear fluid is leaking and it feels a little hot. i have no fever or rash. also theres no red rings around the bite. should i be concerned about th

A member asked:

I have some red spots, like rash, on legs, butt and back. there distant one from other and they are itchy. could they be an allergic reaction (it doesn't look like hives) or is it an insect bite? would an antihistamine help?

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How long do tick bite rashes last?

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