Tick Removal and Lyme Disease Testing in Fairfield CT

Fast, Professional Tick Removal – No Appointment Needed

At AFC Fairfield, we provide expert tick removal and Lyme disease testing with same-day service. Our providers offer safe on-site removal and a full assessment to identify early signs of tick-borne illness—helping you take action before symptoms progress.

What You Should Know About Ticks & Lyme Disease

Ticks are parasites that can transmit serious diseases, especially Lyme disease, which can cause long-term complications if left untreated. Ticks are most active in the warmer months, but mild weather can keep them active year-round.

It takes about 36 to 48 hours for a tick to transmit disease after attaching to the skin. That makes daily tick checks and prompt removal essential for staying healthy.

If you’ve found a tick on your skin or are showing symptoms like fatigue, fever, or a bullseye rash, visit AFC Fairfield or check in online for safe, fast treatment today

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 Fairfield is a state-of-the-art medical center with compassionate staff and top-notch equipment. With deep expertise, you can count on AFC Fairfield to help remove ticks and assess any bites quickly and effectively.