Use fine-tipped tweezers
Grasp the tick as close to the skin’s surface as possible
Pull upward with steady, even pressure
Do not twist, jerk, or crush the...
Wash your hands with soap and water
Clean the skin around the splinter with soap and water
Sterilize tweezers and a needle with rubbing alcohol
If the...
Wash the bite with soap and water
Apply a cold compress for 10–15 minutes
Use hydrocortisone cream
Apply calamine lotion
Take an oral antihistamine if needed
Avoid scratching the...
Wash the bite with soap and water
Apply a cold compress for 10 to 15 minutes
Use calamine lotion
Apply hydrocortisone cream
Take an oral antihistamine if needed
Use...
Wash the bite with soap and water
Apply a cold compress for 10 to 15 minutes
Use calamine lotion
Apply hydrocortisone cream
Take an oral antihistamine
Avoid scratching the...