30 Ticks: Infections or abscesses
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This article is from the Fleas, Ticks, and Your Pet FAQ, by tittle@zmall.com (Cindy Tittle Moore) with numerous contributions by others.
30 Ticks: Infections or abscesses
If you have left the head of the tick in your pet's skin, chances are
there will be an infection or an abscess in a week or so. Try
disinfecting the area thoroughly with 70% alcohol (it takes about 5
minutes for alcohol to sterilize an area). Ethyl alcohol is less toxic
than rubbing alcohol; vodka or any high-proof liquor will work, but
good commercial antiseptic cleansers are recommended. Then apply a
combination antibiotic ointment. If an infection occurs anyway, take
your pet in to the vet to have it drained.
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