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First one I had was on my nipple.... !
Hello again ladies.It seems that some people are more attractive to insects though I can't remember where I read that or indeed why it occurs. Pheromones maybe or blood group? I am never bitten but my husband is so he uses lemon juice on his skin when he is working in the garden and it's very effective.Take care everyone.K.
I have a house on North Uist. Lyme disease is a very serious risk there- from 2012 to 2106 there were 165 cases of Lyme diagnosed in Benbecula North and South Uist alone and numbers are increasing.This is catastrophic for a small island community where many have several jobs to survive financially. Pets are at serious risk there too though there is a vaccine now for dogs.We have to take very great precautions now-Wear light coloured clothing - easier to spot them.Shorts are no longer advised even in a heat wave.Check thoroughly after being outside all over your body by showering and keep checking as the tiny ones are pin **** size. Look everywhere and also check any kit such as backpacks. Tumble dry clothing after wear for 10 minutes and get changed after being outsideWear socks over trousers or tick bandsKeep out of long grass, and avoid certain areas between May and June as these are the most dangerous months.Houses are on croft land so gardens are risky places - you don't need to hike into the wilderness to be bitten.Get a credit card sized tick removal card and carry it.Watch for any signs of flu like illness after tick bite and seek help even without a rash.There is so much more I could tell you about cases and sadness associated with infections but suffice to say it is real and very concerning. Most folk don't die but their quality of life is severely affected and it can be a life limiting disease.
