What to Do After a Tick Bite: Record, Check and Monitor

After removing a tick, official guidance recommends cleaning the bite area and hands and checking the body for other ticks.

Record useful details

Note the date, likely exposure location and any later change around the bite. This information can help if professional advice is needed. A location can also be explored through the Global Tick Hub, while species-learning routes are available through the Tick ID Centre.

Know when to seek advice

The CDC advises seeking medical care if a rash or fever develops in the following days or weeks and telling the clinician when and where the bite occurred. Read the CDC after-bite guidance. Follow health advice for your country.