Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
Suggest Treatment For Lyme Disease
Question: My grandson was diagnosed with lyme disease thru a blood test. He does not remember being bitten by a tick. Can they fall off by themselves after they bite you? I thought you had to remove them with a tweezer. I remember this as a youngster(70 yrs. ago) when we lived in the country. Thank you!
Brief Answer:
Few hours to few weeks
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns.
Ticks can stay attached for a varying interval of time depending on its size. Small ticks can stay attached for only a few hours while the large one can stay attached for up to few weeks and then drop off eventually.
I hope I answered your question.
Feel free to ask further.
Few hours to few weeks
Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir, I have gone through your question and I understand your concerns.
Ticks can stay attached for a varying interval of time depending on its size. Small ticks can stay attached for only a few hours while the large one can stay attached for up to few weeks and then drop off eventually.
I hope I answered your question.
Feel free to ask further.
Note: For more detailed guidance, please consult an Internal Medicine Specialist, with your latest reports. Click here..
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
