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What is the treatment for tick paralysis?
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Antibiotics: Antibiotics, and sometimes steroids for the short term.
Answered 11/17/2012
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The best therapy: Is to remove the feeding female tick. Usually the paralysis will resolve slowly. Respiratory function must be maintained.
Answered 11/7/2012
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