- remove the tick promptly and carefully. use tweezers to grasp the tick near its head or mouth and pull gently to remove the whole tick without crushing it
- if possible, seal the tick in a jar. your doctor may want to see the tick if you develop signs or symptoms of illness after a tick bite
- use soap and water to wash your hands and the area around the tick bite after handling the tick
- call your doctor if you aren't able to completely remove the tick
SEE YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU DEVELOP:
- a rash, fever, stiff neck, muscle aches, joint pain and inflammation, swollen lymph nodes, or flu-like symptoms
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