**1. What are ticks?**
Ticks are small parasites that feed on the blood of humans and animals. They are commonly found in areas with tall grass, forests, gardens, and places frequented by pets or wild animals. A tick bite is usually painless, so many people don’t notice it right away. In some cases, a tick can remain attached to the skin for hours or even days before being discovered.
**2. What happens when a tick bites?**
When a tick bites, it attaches itself firmly to the skin and begins feeding on blood. At first, the bite may look like a small red bump. Some people may notice itching, slight swelling, or irritation in the area. However, the danger isn’t always the bite itself, but rather the germs that some ticks can transmit.
The longer the tick remains attached, the greater the risk of infection in some cases. That’s why it’s important to remove it as soon as possible and carefully clean the area.
