Wash your hands and clean the area with soap and water or rubbing alcohol
Use fine-tipped tweezers or sterilized needle
Grasp the tick head as close to the skin as possible
Pull straight out with steady, even pressure
Do not twist, squeeze, or crush the area
If using a needle, gently lift the skin to expose the head and remove it carefully
Clean the area again after removal
Apply an antiseptic or antibiotic ointment if available
Dispose of the tick safely in alcohol, a sealed bag, or by flushing
Monitor the area for redness, swelling, rash, or fever
Seek medical care if you cannot remove it, the area becomes infected, or symptoms develop