An allergic reaction may be caused by the body's reaction to the bite and any secretions from the tick that are left in the body once the tick has been removed. If these symptoms develop, a doctor should be called immediately. For more information, please listen to the recording on insect bites and stings in the first aid section of your AudioHealth Library Directory. Another risk of having a tick bite is that the tick bite itself may become infected. This may happen if the head of the tick remains in the skin or if the bite is not cleaned properly.
Ticks can carry and spread diseases with their bites.
For example, hard ticks can spread Lyme disease. You should call your doctor for advice if you have any of these signs of disease caused by a tick bite or if the tick bite becomes infected. There are a number of things you can do to avoid tick bites when living, working or playing in tick-infested areas. Follow label instructions and use the appropriate strength designed for adults and children. Ask your pharmacist if you are not sure which Deet product to purchase.