Tick Transmitted Disease:

Tick born Encephalitis
Viral infection transmitted by tick bites. It is endemic in continental Europe,
Scandinavia, Russia and Northern America. There are several strains of this virus. In
Europe the strain can cause symptoms of fever headache and chronic fatigue and is
rarely life threatening whereas strains in Russia and the Americas can be cause
symptoms of fits, coma occasionally leading to death. There is a vaccine available in
the UK for the European and Russian strain and some North American strains

Lyme Disease
Chronic infection transmitted by the tick bite, starts with a characteristic rash at
the site of the inoculation (erythema migrans) and chronic low grade fever
associated with persistent tiredness. The condition is easily diagnosed with the rash
or blood tests and a course of antibiotics can get rid of it.

Other insect bites may carry other types of disease or strong allergic reactions (bees,
wasps, hornets, scorpions, etc)

Snake Bites
Some snakes can be seriously venomous and you will need to clean the wound
urgently, place a tourniquet (with belt or shirt) proximally to the bite and seek
expert advice for an antidote.

Animal Bites
Can transmit all type of infections, it is important to seek immediate medical advice
and decide whether rabies vaccine should be given.

If you are planning to go on a backpacking holiday or to work with animals it is
advisable to receive a preventative immunisation against rabies.
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