Tick Removal and Lyme Disease Testing in Bridgeport CT

Safe, Fast Tick Removal at AFC Bridgeport on Main Street

At AFC Bridgeport on Main Street, we provide expert tick removal and Lyme disease testing—no appointment needed. Our providers offer quick, on-site tick removal and thorough evaluations to help detect and treat potential tick-borne illnesses early.

Why Prompt Tick Removal Matters

Ticks are parasitic insects that can transmit serious diseases, most notably Lyme disease, which may cause long-term health issues if left untreated. Though most active in the summer, ticks can survive and spread disease during any season with mild weather.

Once attached, a tick typically needs 36 to 48 hours to transmit disease. That’s why daily tick checks and early removal are your best protection.

If you've been bitten by a tick or notice symptoms like fatigue, rash, or fever, walk into AFC Bridgeport on Main Street or save your spot online for fast, trusted care.

How to Remove a Tick

If you find a tick quickly, you can usually remove it simply by gently lifting it with a clean pair of tweezers. Pull upward slowly so as to not pull the body off the tick’s mouth parts, which could remain stuck in your skin.

Keep in mind you should never crush a tick with your fingers, as this can puncture your skin and expose you to the pathogens the tick carries. Instead, if you need to dispose of a tick, you can rely on suffocating it in a plastic bag, jar, burning it, or placing it in alcohol.

How to Avoid Tick Bites

The main way to avoid tick bites is by understanding where ticks live and how to deter them. Following these steps is your best bet for preventing tick bites

Know Where Ticks Live

Ticks live in areas such as forests, brushy areas, and in grass. They even live on some animals. Be mindful of the time you spend in areas like this that expose you to ticks, and be extra vigilant for ticks.

Dress to Protect Yourself

When hiking or camping, tuck your pant legs into your socks to prevent ticks from easily entering low to the ground. Use permethrin or an EPA-approved insect repellent containing DEET to deter ticks. If you’re going on a camping trip, you can treat your clothes with permethrin ahead of time.

Get Urgent Care Tick Removal Near You

If a tick has engorged or fed itself on your blood, you may need medical treatment for post-exposure prophylaxis for Lyme disease. AFC Bridgeport is a state-of-the-art medical center with compassionate staff and top-notch equipment. With deep expertise, you can count on AFC Bridgeport to help remove ticks and assess any bites quickly and effectively.