Removal · field guidance

Removing a tick from the genital area

Skin in the groin and genitals is thin and folded; spread it taut, work in good light, and use the smallest pointed tweezers you have.

Steps

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01
In a private, well-lit space, have the person lie down so the area is flat and accessible.
02
Use a clean, gloved hand to hold a fold of skin taut so the tick sits on a flat surface.
03
Grasp the tick at skin level with needle-point tweezers and lift straight up slowly.
04
Avoid alcohol on mucosal surfaces; clean with soap and water and rinse.
05
Mark the bite location on a body diagram or photograph for follow-up; this skin is easy to lose track of.

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