How do I remove a tick safely?
Grasp the tick close to the skin with fine-tipped tweezers and pull upward with steady pressure. Clean the area and your hands, and watch for a rash or fever.
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Grasp the tick close to the skin with fine-tipped tweezers and pull upward with steady pressure. Clean the area and your hands, and watch for a rash or fever.
What to know
- Don't twist or crush the tick.
- Skip matches, petroleum jelly or nail polish.
- See a doctor if a rash or fever follows.
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