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I was bitten by a tick with a white spot on its back. I googled and found that it is most likely a lone star tick. It looks like those ticks are not carriers of Lyme disease, and the most common effect from that kind of bite is a flu-like illness. Should I be tested for Lyme Disease or take any other precautions right now? I am currently in fine health and not exhibiting any symptoms.
I was bitten by a tick with a white spot on its back. I googled and found that it is most likely a lone star tick. It looks like those ticks are not carriers of Lyme disease, and the most common effect from that kind of bite is a flu-like illness. Should I be tested for Lyme Disease or take any other precautions right now? I am currently in fine health and not exhibiting any symptoms.
Brief Answer:
As of now no prophylaxis or investigations are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
As of now, there is no role for any investigation or prophylaxis treatment.
Investigations are required only if you develop symptoms.
Most of the tick bites are harmless and tick-borne diseases are by few of them.
Hope I have answered your query.
Thanks
As of now no prophylaxis or investigations are needed.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query.
As of now, there is no role for any investigation or prophylaxis treatment.
Investigations are required only if you develop symptoms.
Most of the tick bites are harmless and tick-borne diseases are by few of them.
Hope I have answered your query.
Thanks
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