Tick Bites and Lyme Disease Prevention

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➤ Self-assessment checklist: º Small bumps or blisters that may be painful, itchy, and/or swollen º May feel like a sharp burning pain or stinging ➤ How do you care for itchy skin? Avoid scratching! Scratching damages the skin. If itching is a problem, try the following: º Keep the itchy area well moisturized. Dry skin may make itching worse. Add a handful of oatmeal (ground to a powder) to your bath. Or you can try an oatmeal bath product. º Cut your nails short or wear gloves at night to prevent scratching. º Wear loose and comfortable clothing. Avoid scratchy fabrics next to your skin. ➤ How do you prevent it? º Practice good skin hygiene to keep your skin healthy. Use insect repellent when possible.