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07-26-2021 11:42 PM
Ugh, just found a tick stuck to my ear. Now I feel like things are crawling on me. I wouldn't be that surprised since I do a lot of yard work, but I haven't done any in several days since it has gotten so hot and I have had a few showers since then, including today. It must've dropped off of the holly onto me today when I had to pass under it to get to my veggies. It was stuck on too. Felt like a scab. Usually I'll find them crawling on me after some time after my shower.
07-26-2021 11:48 PM
@Icegoddess Now your ear will probably itch like crazy for the next 3 months. Sorry you got nailed.
07-26-2021 11:54 PM
@Kachina624 I have been bitten by who knows what several times this year, more than usual. And, it usually seemed to show up in the morning as if I was being bitten sometime overnight. Wasn't mosquito or fire ant. I'm very familiar with those bites.
07-27-2021 12:51 AM
Are you concerned about Lyme Disease?
07-27-2021 06:06 AM
Such a bad year for ticks. It does give you the creepy crawlies doesn't it.
07-27-2021 07:38 AM - edited 07-27-2021 07:42 AM
If I ever find a tick on me, which is rare, I save it by putting it in alcohol. That way if I develop any symptoms from it's bite, I can show the tick to my hcp for identification. The type of tick is important to know b/c that can determine a diagnosis and treatment. Symptoms can be latent, possibly weeks, so be sure to note any changes to your health.
ETA - There are over 25 different species of ticks living in my area.
07-27-2021 08:01 AM - edited 07-27-2021 08:02 AM
I'd go to my Primary care provider and have a lyme test. These are some diseases spread by ticks. Had a family member develop Lyme disease & Bell's palsey . At first , he wasn't to concerned until he developed symptoms. The tick was really small and he thought it was a small mole or skin tag . He received intensive care with medications such as antivirals and steroids . He had follow up care for 1 yr . The state of Maryland is recommending " Since tickborne diseases often present with symptoms similar to COVID-19 infection, providers are advised to include tickborne disease testing for all patients presenting with rash, "flu-like" symptoms, including fever, fatigue and lymphadenopathy, or altered mental status. "
Diseases associated with Tick bites include:
07-27-2021 09:56 AM
My golden ,cambridge has anaplasmosis.
07-27-2021 10:05 AM
Not concerned about Lyme disease. That's the deer tick and they are tiny, like the period at the end of this sentence. This was a common dog tick, so the worry would be for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. I suppose I could dig in the trash and find the Dove candy wrapper I wrapped it up in.
I'm really glad we don't have the paralysis tick they have over in Australia. I don't know if they have the same effect on humans, but they can kill dogs within hours if not found and removed promptly.
07-27-2021 10:34 AM
@Icegoddess wrote:Not concerned about Lyme disease. That's the deer tick and they are tiny, like the period at the end of this sentence. This was a common dog tick, so the worry would be for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. I suppose I could dig in the trash and find the Dove candy wrapper I wrapped it up in.
I'm really glad we don't have the paralysis tick they have over in Australia. I don't know if they have the same effect on humans, but they can kill dogs within hours if not found and removed promptly.
They are here I am in Al and BF's dog got it. She got treatment just in time!
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