Using a tic pick is a great way to remove a piece of wood or metal from your home. You can also use it as a decorative piece. However, before you purchase a tic pick, it is important to learn about its safety and common uses.
Lyme disease prevention
Using a tic pick to remove ticks can be a great way to prevent Lyme disease. If you live in an area where ticks are prevalent, check your body for ticks after activities such as walking and swimming.
Ticks are small and can attach to any part of your body. They are able to spread the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. In the United States, Lyme disease costs the health care system between $712 million and $1.3 billion annually.
If you have been bitten by a tick, take action right away. A rash that appears on your skin is the first sign of Lyme disease. If your rash is larger than that of a mosquito bite, you should see a doctor.
Ticks are most common on lawns and gardens where deer and mice live. They can also be found on shrubs and trees in wooded areas.
If you have a rash that does not appear, check for ticks. You may be able to remove a tick with tweezers. However, the tick may have mouthparts that will work out on their own.
After checking your body, go inside and shower. You should do this within two hours to prevent Lyme disease and other tickborne illnesses.
You can also apply an oil of lemon eucalyptus to your skin. This is a natural repellent that has been shown to give the same level of protection as mosquito repellent.
