Dangers of "tick bites": swelling, redness, fever, or even paralysis
The Department of Medicine by the Institute of Dermatology warns that tick bites are dangerous to humans. Most often, ticks live with pets such as dogs or cats, which are close to people. So people have a chance of being bitten by a tick. And ticks are also carriers of many other infectious diseases. Ready to suggest ways to prevent and act in the right way.
Symptoms when bitten by a tick
Dr. Somsak Akasilp, Director-General of the Department of Medical Affairs revealed that ticks often live in the tall grass. Or clinging to pets such as dogs or cats, those who have been bitten by ticks are likely to have no pain This is because the tick's saliva contains substances that cause local anesthesia. Making the patient unaware that they were bitten The skin at the site of the bite is bump, swollen and red. In some cases with allergic reactions, there may be a fever or urticaria type rash.
How to treat when bitten by a tick
Female Dr. Minkwan Wichaidit, Director of the Institute of Dermatology, Department of Medical Affairs added that Treatment can be done by pulling out the tick. Using tweezers, grate the head of the tick and pull it straight up gently. But be careful not to grab the tick's body or abdomen. And do not twist the forceps while clamping because it will cause the mouth of the tick to remain in the skin. Causing a chronic local reaction that can follow After removing the tick Redness and swelling can be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs. In some cases with extremely red swelling, doctors may consider using a subcutaneous injection to reduce symptoms.
Director of the Institute of Dermatology Gave further advice that In general, the symptoms of a tick bite are local. But a small minority of the patients develop serious complications after being bitten by certain ticks, namely paralysis from tick bites. Initially, the patient will have a headache. Body aches Then, in a short time, there will be a paralysis. This can lead to life-threatening respiratory failure. Symptoms of paralysis from the bite of this tick Usually occurs within 4-6 days after being bitten. However, this condition improves quickly when ticks are extracted from the patient's skin.
