Tick Removal

After a tick bite, it is important to remove the tick immediately. This can be done using a tick tool or tick tweezers. Since the tweezers close automatically, the tick can be easily pulled out of the skin. It is important that the tick is removed completely. The contents of the tick's stomach should not remain in the human body, as this causes infection. Therefore, it is important to irritate the tick as little as possible. Do not use disinfectant before removing the tick. This can cause the tick to regurgitate its stomach contents, allowing the bacteria to enter the lymphatic and bloodstream.

How to Remove?

The removal of the tick should be as close to the skin as possible. Ensure that the tick is not squashed. Do not pinch the tick's abdomen. If the head is left behind, it may still contain salivary glands with potential pathogens. Remove the head regardless. If this is not possible, consult a doctor.

Disinfecting

After removing the tick, the area can be disinfected with alcohol, but not before removing the tick. The tick regurgitates its stomach contents when irritated by, for example, alcohol, which can lead to infection.

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