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Does Swollen, Red And Sore Spot On Collar Bone Indicate Tick Bite?
Dear Dr. Rynne, I just returned from a vacation on the cape where there were a large amount of ticks. I have a new puppy who after keeping ouy of the grass - has three seeming dog ticks sort of attached to her. I also found an additional two in the bed I was sleeping in but none on myself. This morning, a spot on my collar bone looked dry but has since become swollen / red / sore. Is it possible this is a tick bite?
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Does Swollen, Red And Sore Spot On Collar Bone Indicate Tick Bite?
Hi there Welcome to Healthcare Magic. It appears that you could be having a tick bite because the redness and also is there is associated itching and swelling. Kindly apply antibiotic ointment over the affected area twice a day and do warm socks over the affected area. You can show this lesion to a Dermatologist for a clear understanding of this decision after earth pro examination and required investigations. Kindly get the dog bathed and use anti tick shampoo or powder to avoid further instances of e to avoid further instances of tick bite. Thanking you. Regards, Dr. Aashish Raghu