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01 What are ticks? Ticks are tiny bugs, about the size of a sesame seed, which feed on blood. Different ticks prefer feeding from different types of animals including people. While most tick bites do …
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… of your body (paralysis) as a result of a tick bite is a rare problem. Tick paralysis … your doctor immediately to arrange for care. Removing the tick may be all that is needed to … your doctor immediately to arrange for care. Removing the tick may be all that is needed to …
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… Check Your Symptoms Overview Ticks are small spider-like … reaction may be mild, with a few annoying symptoms. In rare cases, a severe allergic … itching, warmth, redness Respiratory (breathing) : coughing, wheezing, shortness of …
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Overview Many of the diseases ticks pass to humans can cause flu-like symptoms, including: Fever. Headache. Muscle aches (myalgia). A general feeling of illness (malaise). Nausea and vomiting. …
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… is still in the wound, it is usually best to have it removed by a doctor. If possible, take … is still in the wound, it is usually best to have it removed by a doctor. If possible, take …
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… tags for you. Related Information Cosmetic Surgery and Procedures Credits Current as of: … tags for you. Related Information Cosmetic Surgery and Procedures Credits Current as of: …
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… Risks Electrolysis poses few risks in a healthy person. During treatment, you may feel … Credits Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. … Surgery Current as of: March 22, 2023 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Anne C. …
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… Overview Before using tweezers or a needle to remove a splinter, try using … the splinter is embedded in the skin: Clean a needle with alcohol and make a small hole in … Lift the splinter with the tip of the needle until it can be grasped with the …
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… not try to remove a fish hook (seek medical care instead) if any of the following are … person who is injured is not calm and cannot help. You are afraid to remove the fish hook. … not try to remove a fish hook (seek medical care instead) if any of the following are …
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… most tick bites do not cause serious health problems. But it is important to avoid and … most tick bites do not cause serious health problems. But it is important to avoid and …