A tick bite is when a small parasite called a tick attaches to your skin to drink blood. Tick bites can happen in grassy or wooded areas. Tick bites are often painless, but they can sometimes make you sick.
To protect yourself, wear long pants and long sleeves when walking in nature. Use bug spray that says it protects against ticks. After playing outside, check your body for ticks, especially behind your knees, ears, and neck.
If you find a tick, tell an adult. It should be carefully removed with tweezers. After a tick bite, watch for fever or a rash. If you feel sick, visit a doctor right away.
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A tick bite is when a small parasite called a tick attaches to your skin to drink blood. Tick bites can happen in grassy or wooded areas. Tick bites are often painless, but they can sometimes make you sick.