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Old 05-21-2002 | 04:43 AM
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brc007
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Default Ticks

See WebMD - Tick Bites -- Home Treatment

While the tick is attached to your skin, do not try to smother it with petroleum jelly, nail polish, gasoline, or rubbing alcohol. This may increase your risk of infection. Do not try to burn the tick while it is attached to your skin.
Also see WebMD - How to Defend Yourself (from ticks)