Question 1

trying to determine if i should be concerned about a tick bite. looking for a way to attach a photo. tick discovered and removed may 6, photo taken may 11. thank you.

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Not on this forum: However a virtual consult after registering with HealthTap would help, that way you can attach a photo, have a video, audio or text chat with a doctor , good luck

Question 2

i have a rash on my leg.  how can i tell if it is from a bite?  i'm particularly concerned about a tick bite.

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Tick bites can cause Lyme disease and early treatment is important.  See a doctor and ask about doxycycline.  The classic rash is target shaped with a pink expanding ring and clear center.

Question 3

i got a tick bite and it hurts. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Tick bite: Ticks are insects that need to suck blood to survive - to do that they can puncture through the skin, and if it's a sensitive area, there could be some pain involved. Usually it is quite minor, unless the site becomes infected and then it could hurt more. I would recommend to show this to a doctor - they can evaluate for infection or other complications from a tick bite. ID doctors can be helpful.

Question 4

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 5

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 6

my son started experiencing some lower back pain,a migraine,mild fever and a pain on the left side of the throat. we were recently in the bush (last week)...could this be tick bite fever perhaps its day 3, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Infection: The presence of the sore throat amongst the other symptoms favors a viral upper respiratory tract infection. A head cold and/or mild cough may ensue. Treatment at this time is rest, intake of adequate fluids, gargling with warm salt water, lozenges and Tylenol. If no gradual improvement,appearance of rash or worsening of symptoms, an examination by a physician is warranted.

Question 7

how do you cure a tick bite?

Accepted Answer

Check with your dr: If you have the tick bring to your physician. Depending on where you live, treatment recommendations may or may not include antibiotics prophylactically. If you do not live in an area where lyme's disease is a common the recommendation may be to observe by your physician.

Question 8

how can i avoid a tick bite?

Accepted Answer

Avoid contact: Try to avoid places where the likelyhood of encountering ticks is high ( wooden areas) if this is not feasible, wear long sleeves, avoid shorts when going to the woods or use  a tick repellent.

Question 9

how do you treat a tick bite?

Accepted Answer

Tick bite: Before seeking medical attention, you should note the appearance and characteristics of the tick and remove it with fine tweezers, being careful not to rupture the abdomen (if engorged). If bitten by a deer tick, your doctor will either observe and treat if symptoms/signs of disease develop or treat immediately with preventive antibiotics.

Question 10

what can you put on a tick bite?

Accepted Answer

Tick bite: Ice and Hydrocortisone cream work well.  If you are certain it's a tick, you should visit your doctor because you can get a disease from ticks called lyme's disease which is very easy to treat right after a tick bite but nearly impossible to get rid of in later stages.

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Trying to determine if i should be concerned about a tick bite. looking for a way to attach a photo. tick discovered and removed may 6, photo taken may 11. thank you.

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I have a rash on my leg. how can i tell if it is from a bite? i'm particularly concerned about a tick bite.

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I got a tick bite and it hurts. should i be concerned?

A member asked:

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

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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

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My son started experiencing some lower back pain,a migraine,mild fever and a pain on the left side of the throat. we were recently in the bush (last week)...could this be tick bite fever perhaps its day 3, should i be concerned?

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How do you cure a tick bite?

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What can you put on a tick bite?

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