Claim: The bite of a rare breed of tick most commonly called the lone star tick can cause itching, stomach cramps, breathing difficulties, and an allergic reaction to red meat.
Fact-check: Can the Bite of a 'Reverse Zombie' Tick Make You Allergic to Red Meat?
Verdict: true
Organisation: Snopes
Author: David Emery
Date published: 2017-06-22T16:52:44