behind the ears or in folds of skin. Unless removed, a tick will fall off on its own once it is full. They are not normally itchy and don’t generally cause pain or discomfort. The classic rash ...

Examine yourself, pets, and children for ticks — focusing on the ears, underarms, belly buttons, and any other place where a tick could hide. If you find a tick, the CDC cautions that you take ...

You might instinctively check exposed skin areas like arms, chest, behind the ears, and along the hairline, but don't forget the areas below the waist. According to Mather, nymph ticks usually ...