Tick bites

Tick bites occur when a small arachnid attaches to your skin to feed on your blood, often in grassy, wooded areas. While most ticks are harmless, some can transmit diseases like Lyme disease or Rocky Mountain spotted fever. A tick bite may not always be felt, but it often results in a small, painless bump or redness at the site. Proper removal is important—use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp the tick close to the skin and pull steadily without twisting. Afterward, clean the area and monitor for signs of illness, such as rash or flu-like symptoms, in the following days.