Tick bites

Key facts Ticks are parasites that feed on human and animal blood. Tick bites are usually harmless, but sometimes they can cause an allergic reaction or serious illness. If you aren’t allergic to tick bites, you should kill the tick as soon as possible with an ether-containing product and allow it to drop off by itself. You should not squeeze, agitate or forcibly remove the tick. If you allergic to tick bites, you should seek medical attention urgently after a tick bite. What are ticks? Ticks are parasites that feed on human and animal blood. A tick bite is usually