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I'm 17 and i have a tick bite on my foot. what can i use to clean the bite and what else do i need to know?
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Tick Bite: Usually, removing the tick, washing the site of the bite, and watching for signs of illness are all that is needed. When you have a tick bite, it is important to determine whether you need a tetanus shot to prevent tetanus (lockjaw).
Answered 8/1/2013
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