You’ll likely first notice that you have an itch and discover a small red lump. They are easy to identify as they stay attached to the body. Most tick bites are harmless, but if you are concerned, please see your doctor.

Yes, there are over 70 types in Australia, mostly found on the east coast.

The treatment for tick bites depends on your specific situation, and the kind of tick. See your doctor if you can’t remove a tick properly and part of it is still left in your skin. You should also see a doctor if you develop the following signs: increasing pain, swelling and redness, red streaks leading from the area pus, fever, …

Lyme disease is transmitted following the bite of certain types of ticks if they have been infected with particular Borrelia bacteria. Only some species of ticks are capable of being infected by the Borrelia bacteria and only these infected ticks can pass the infection on to humans. These ticks are commonly found in parts of Asia, Europe and North America. …

Lyme disease does not exist in Australia however, “lyme like” symptoms could be caused by a variety of other issues, if you have any of these symptoms you should discuss this with your doctor.

Yes there are. Tick season on the Gold Coast generally lasts from October to March. Ticks are more prevalent in a wetter spring and summer after a mild winter.

Generally the symptoms are localised redness and circular spreading rash. You may have localised intense pain. If your symptoms persist, please see your doctor.