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Tick Bite - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

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Overview

Ticks are small, insect-like creatures

They may be small or as large as the size of an eraser

They are usually found in the fields and woods

They attach themselves to humans/ pets /other animals

Once on the body, they move to other warm, moist areas

Favorite haunts include hair, armpit and groin

Once firmly attached to the body, they begin to suck blood

They can cause harmless or harmful conditions

Symptoms

Rashes, redness, itching
Swelling at the site
Muscle/joint pain
Inflammation of the joints
Swollen lymph node
Flu-like symptoms
Fever

Symptoms that need emergency treatment--

Severe headache
Chest pain
Palpitations
Difficulty in breathing
Paralysis

Treatment

Remove the tick carefully by holding head, using a tweezer,
Remove the whole tick
Do not crush the tick
Put the tick into a bottle and seal
This is to provide your doctor with information
Use soap and water to wash the affected area
Wash your hands thoroughly
Seek medical help if you are unable to remove the tick

Prevention

When walking in woods or tall grass wear clothes and shoes that cover you fully
Keep the shirt tucked into pants
Pull socks over the pants to cover feet well
Wear light-colored clothes to spot ticks easily
Spray insect repellents on your clothes
While outside, check your clothes frequently for ticks
On your return home, inspect yourself thoroughly for ticks

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