1) Ticks can cause Lyme Disease in humans by passing a bacteria into the blood stream.

2) Only about 20% of ticks are infected. So 80% of the time a tick is just an annoying insect bite.

3) An “infected” bite causes a specific rash, Erythema nigrans. This will respond to antibiotics that can be prescribed by your Doctor.

4) Remove the tick as soon as you find it. Use a “tick remover” to ensure the whole tick is removed. These can be obtained from a chemist or outdoor shop.

5) Lyme Disease and related conditions manifest within 6 to 12 weeks. Common symptoms are flu-like illness, facial palsy and/or arthritis.

See the NHS website for further advice:
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lyme-disease