Avoiding Diseases from Ticks

Avoiding Diseases from Ticks

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Ticks are small parasitic insects that are typically found in fields and wooded areas in moderate climates. Once attached to the human body, the insects will quickly and efficiently move toward warm, moist areas, which may include the armpits and groin. The critters draw blood from the skin, which may become red and irritated where the pincers have cut into it. Though typically only the size of a pencil eraser, the insects can pose serious health risks to individuals who are not treated right away.

Health Risks

When allowed to proliferate on the skin, ticks can cause rashes, blisters and severe discomfort. They can also transmit several different diseases. Both Lyme disease and Colorado tick fever are frequently observed. Other people might become infected with Rocky Mountain spotted fever, which can induce both vomiting and nausea once it has moved beyond the very earliest stages. Tularemia may also occur.

Preventing Ticks from Entering the Home

Ticks can be prevented from entering the home in a number of ways. Dogs and cats that spend most of their time outdoors should be carefully checked for parasites before they enter the house. Tall grasses and leaf litter should be removed from the yard regularly. Fences around the perimeter of the yard will keep deer, raccoons and other potentially harmful animals away from the property. Ticks that are found on the family pet can be removed with tweezers with the right techniques.

Professional Assistance

Tick infestations should always be handled by pest control professionals who have access to the proper tools and equipment. Exterminators can assess the severity of the infestation and develop a viable plan of action. The house can thus be kept free of ticks during the entire calendar year.

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