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Early antibiotic treatment is crucial to prevent serious complications.
Tips to Prevent Lone Star Tick Bites:
Wear long sleeves and pants when hiking in wooded or grassy areas.
Use tick repellents containing DEET or permethrin.
Check yourself, pets, and clothing after outdoor activities.
Remove ticks promptly and properly using fine-tipped tweezers.
Ticks may be tiny, but the diseases they carry can be serious or even life-threatening. Awareness, prevention, and prompt medical attention after a bite are the best defenses against Lone Star tick-related illnesses.
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