How can I reduce redness and swelling of a tick-bite?
Thursday, December 3rd, 2009 at
12:05 pm
I had a tick on my stomache, and now the spot where it bit me is large red bump-like thing, and slightly purple as well. Its comprable to a scab, and it kinda hurts. Its been about a week since I removed the tick, and it never actually sucked my blood (researched it) but the swelling and redness haven’t gone down a bit! Is there any home-remedies or something I can do to help?
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Icing it will help with the swelling. Keep a cloth between the ice and your skin to prevent frostbite. Keep the ice on for 20 minutes and then take it off until your skin is back to normal temperature (about 20-30 minutes) and then repeat.
I have to say though, ticks carry a lot of diseases and your bite does not sound normal. Usually all that’s there once the tick is removed is a little red dot. I would advise seeing your doctor, or at least calling them and seeing if they want you to come in.