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Suggest Treatment For Tick Bite

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Posted on Mon, 11 Jul 2016
Question: I had a tick attach to my scalp and now below the bite site I have raised lumps that are tender to touch. Could it be tick bite related?
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Answered by Dr. Ronald Schubert (42 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Tick bite

Detailed Answer:
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I am sorry to hear that you had a tick bite and that in the general area of the bite you have raised bumps. I do think these are related to the bite. It could be as simple as a small local cellulitis from the bite to possible rocky mounted spotted fever or Lyme disease. I would recommend to be on the side of safety that you see your medical provider and be tested for tick borne diseases. It is better to catch them early and treat then wait especially for Lyme disease.

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Dr. Ronald Schubert

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Suggest Treatment For Tick Bite

Brief Answer: Tick bite Detailed Answer: Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns I am sorry to hear that you had a tick bite and that in the general area of the bite you have raised bumps. I do think these are related to the bite. It could be as simple as a small local cellulitis from the bite to possible rocky mounted spotted fever or Lyme disease. I would recommend to be on the side of safety that you see your medical provider and be tested for tick borne diseases. It is better to catch them early and treat then wait especially for Lyme disease. I hope I answered your question. Please contact us again if you have any additional questions