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This is the fourth tick that I've found on myself. Approximately in the last 18 months. Damn the little pricks dig in deep and make a mess. (aussie.zone)

submitted 5 months ago by DiaDeLosMuertos@aussie.zone to c/brisbane@aussie.zone

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[–] Tippy@sh.itjust.works 7 points 5 months ago

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ixodes_scapularis

Deer ticks, in particular. They're the main spreader of lyme disease in the US. You should keep an eye on any known bites for a growing ring rash which is an early symptom, though.

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