Mum finds something weird on child's eye – then seconds later learns what it is
It can be extremely unnerving for a parent to see their child unhappy.
Whether they're sad about a situation at school or feeling a little under the weather, it's not a nice experience for mums and dads at all. Now one mum shared her living nightmare after spotting "something weird" lurking on her toddler's eyelid.
She sought advice from TikTok followers after sharing a clip on the platform which amassed a staggering 93,300 likes and nearly 2,000 comments. In the video, it featured text which read: "Noticed something weird on my toddler's eye."
Seconds later she revealed: "Is that...? A tick?" The mum then confessed in her post's caption: "I've pulled ticks from a lot of places (And I mean A LOT) but I have never in my life seen one here."
Encounters with ticks on the eye are unusual, typically latching onto the eyelid rather than the eyeball itself. These bites can lead to serious health concerns and proper removal is essential to sidestep complications such as Lyme disease.
Concerned followers didn't hold back, with one exclaiming: "Omg I'm so scared of ticks!" Another urgently advised: "If it is, she needs to see a doctor immediately to test for Lyme disease."
Meanwhile, a third shared their dismay: "What a terrible spot for a tick. Omg!" The advice for anyone discovering a tick on their eye is clear-cut. Employ fine-tipped tweezers, grab the tick as close to the skin's surface as you can manage, and pull it straight out.
Make sure you don't squeeze or crush the parasite to prevent infectious outcomes. Finally, it's crucial to clean the bite area thoroughly with antiseptic or soap and water, then keep an eye out for symptoms or signs of an infection, such as increased redness or swelling.
It's also vital to seek medical advice. If you're unsure about removing the tick yourself or if you develop any worrying symptoms, it's best to visit your local GP or pharmacist. The NHS warned ticks infected with Lyme disease can be passed onto humans.
People are advised to address this issue promptly as early diagnosis makes treatment more effective. Some individuals may experience flu-like symptoms if bitten by an infected tick, such as:
A high temperature, or feeling hot and shivery
Headache
Muscle and joint pain
Tiredness and loss of energy
Although not all ticks in England carry the bacteria which can cause Lyme disease, it's still important to be aware of them. Ticks that may cause Lyme disease are found all over the UK, but high-risk places include grassy and wooded areas.
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