Can you have an allergic reaction to a tick bite?

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.

Yes: Yes, but not an anaphylactic reaction to the tick bite. Usually it is only an itchy local reaction. This is a sign that you are developing an allergy to a component of the tick saliva. It is common for the bite site to itch for several months. It is not a sign of infection. This can set you up to develop other allergies. For more information check out the "healthguide" " delayed meat allergy...".

Tick bite allergy: Hello, our immune system reacts typically after it has been exposed to a particular allergen or trigger in the past. After the first exposure, we activate one part of the immune system so that the next time we are exposed, we have developed antibodies to protect us from the exposure. So, yes you could be allergic or you are showing a possible reaction to lymes disease. See your doctor.