Hello. I Just Pulled A Tick Out Of My Leg,

Posted on Wed, 8 Apr 2020

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Question : Hello. I just pulled a tick out of my leg, knee area, and am thinking it has been there for about 24 hours, the last time I was outside. I live in Michigan. Wondering if I should be worried about any kind of diseases?
Kim

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
A tick bite can lead to certain diseases

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service...
I have gone through your query and understand your concern.

Tick bites can lead to certain diseases.
If you develop any skin rash, fever, headache, weakness, neck stiffness or muscle and joint pain then do consult a doctor for a prompt check-up and investigations.

Keep the site of the bite under observation for a week.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards
Dr. Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee