How long does a tick need to be attached to a person for that person to get Lyme disease?
Answer – If a tick is attached to your skin for less than 24 hours, your chance of getting Lyme disease is very small. In general, ticks need to be attached for 24 to 48 hours before they can give you Lyme disease. However, just to be safe you should check your health closely for one month after a tick bite and call your doctor if you have any of the early signs of Lyme disease.
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