A tick is a small creature that closely resembles a spider. A tick bite occurs when the tick fastens itself onto the skin and draws blood. Tick bites can occur at any time of the year, but they most often occur during the early spring and late summer.Are tick bites serious? What should I do if I get a tick bite?Most people who have seen tick bite pictures would think that this condition is serious. The good news is that most tick bites are not serious. Furthermore, most ticks do not carry diseases.Treating a tick bite is relatively simple. All one has to do is remove the tick with a pair of tweezers. After that, a person should wash the infected area with mild soap and water. Rubbing alcohol should be applied after the area has been cleansed thoroughly.How do I know if a tick bite is serious?Again, tick bites are rarely a cause for concern. However, a small percentage of people will develop flu-like symptoms. These symptoms typically occur one day to three weeks after a tick bite. Flu-like symptoms are often a sign of Lyme disease. Lyme disease is a serious condition that can result in nerve damage, facial paralysis and sleeping problems if it is left untreated.Additionally, some people may also have an allergic reaction. Sores, hives and breathing difficulties are signs of an allergic reaction. People who notice strange symptoms should make sure that they see a physician as soon as possible.What can be done to prevent tick bites?The best thing that people can do to prevent ticks is to avoid walking in wooded areas. Ticks thrive in moist areas, and the woods is an example of a moist area. Those who will be going into wooded areas need to make sure that they wear tick repellent.