How to Remove a Tick: Everything You Need to Know: By Anjali Srivastava Ticks are more than just a nuisance. Improper removal can increase the risk of infections or disease. While old tricks like ...

The key message is to freeze the tick using an ether-based spray from a pharmacy, rather than trying to pull it out. “Never forcibly remove a tick by squeezing, pulling, twisting or other means,” the ...