Photo of an engorged tick


It should be mentioned that the vast majority of ticks do not carry the vectors of Lyme disease and other illnesses, but that does not mean you can be complacent. Ticks should be removed as soon as they are discovered. If the tick has recently landed, they can simply be brushed away. If they have bitten you and have attached themselves, then it is a little harder to remove them.
		Tick with rucksack - a rucksack engorged with blood. Click on the image to see its size relevant to font size 10 type.
		The swelling left by the tick. If the tick's head comes off while removing it, you should see a doctor. The rash should be sprayed with a disinfectant such as an iodine spray though it may remain itchy for days even after the tick has been removed.
Practical information For more practical tips on how to avoid ticks and what seems to be the best advice on how to remove a tick, try this site. For more background information about ticks. try this one.
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