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Ticks/Lyme's Disease
Asked by P.M. from Philadelphia
on April 19, 2009
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The biggest stress reliever for me is to take my two dogs in the woods for a hike. I absolutely love spending time out in the woods. The problem is, I have had Lyme's ...
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- I don't know much of anything about ticks, sorry, but I do know that in 28 years of living outdoors most of the summer, and having 2 dogs, I've only seen one tick. I'...
- try avon skin so soft. I know it is good to repel mosquitos and other bugs. It should be safe to put on animals. I have heard of some people putting the skin so soft o...
- My brother-in-law just told me about this stuff - I think it is new. Might be worth checking out: http://www.sawyerproducts.com/permethrin.htm Good luck!
Wood Ticks - Agh!!
Asked by S.S. from Minneapolis
on May 7, 2008
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I am not a bug person so last week when I found a tick on my 2.5 yr old's head I screamed - and scared the *** out of her. My wonderful day care provider who lives on...
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- Try a shampoo with tea tree oil in it. Ticks don't like it and hopefully it will keep them away! Good Luck!
- Ticks are every where outside. usually they are in the more wooded areas but that's not always the case. our yard is treeless and we keep the grass mowed down. Last we...
- Hi Stephany, This is funny that this came up. I was just talking to one of my friends about this yesterday. I don't believe in using DEET products on children o...
7 Year Old Son with "Ticks"
Asked by C.T. from Chicago
on February 12, 2008
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Anyone have any advice on coping with and/or treatments for a seven year old boy with constantly changing ticks. From the research that I have done, it appears he wil...
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- Double check his vision. My son seems to "squirm" mostly when he was focusing on objects close-up but his squirmy behaviors seemed to always be present. We just lear...
- My son also had ticks very similar to yours. Each one would last for months. They started about the age of 6. I did talk to his Dr and we did decide to get him check...
- C., Not to alarm you, but have you checked with your pediatrician or a neurologist? Your son's age is about the age that Tourette's Syndrome symptoms begin showing...
Rash Spreading on Skin over Weeks Time
Asked by J.B. from York
on May 30, 2009
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A week ago my child had a few spots on her feet which appeared to me to be mosquito bites. So I treated it with Benadryl/Caladryl topical stuff so help relief the itc...
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- First of all, I would definitely get a second opinion if I wasn't satisfied with the way your regular doc handled the situation. When you apply the cream make sure it'...
- Hi J., That sounds just like the rash my youngest got on the back of her ankle that spread up her leg when she was about 3. I know this sounds funny, but our ped. su...
- J., you have gotten many responses but let me correct one thing. I have severe allergies as does my 13 year old daughter. We have both been told to use both the benadr...
How to minimize or prevent ticks in a dog or pet?
Asked by M.S. from Pittsburgh
on March 11, 2009
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My poor dogs have been getting a ton of ticks on them since the weather has warmed up this last week or so. We do Frontline for them but since that doesn't repel the ...
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- My vet switched my dog to revolution. My dog is 13 years old. She hasn't had any side effects. I think your dog will be ok switching to another medicine.
- You mentioned living in the country and I assume there's woods and fields around you but my suggestion may still sound extreme...but gauranteed. Get a couple chickens ...
- Where does your dog go to find these ticks ? We live in the country, on 10 acres, and my dogs have never come home with ticks. Yes, we do frontline, but we've NEVER ...
Tips for Ticks
Asked by T.G. from Boston
on May 29, 2007
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I had a pediatrician tell me what she believes is the best way to remove a tick. This is great , because it works in those places where it's sometimes difficult to get...
Any Suggestions to Help a Child Who Humms and Makes Noises Constantly
Asked by S.C. from Kansas City
on February 28, 2008
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Our wonderful 6 yr old has been struggling for some time with some behavior issues and is being treated by a psychologist. He is on medication which has stabilized hi...
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- S., I have an 8 yo son with ASD and ADHD. We have been going to Childrens Mercy Development and Behavior clinic for 5 years now. It changed our life. They are an ex...
- I am wondering which medications your son takes. The reason I ask is because I have a neighbor who's son has a simular problem. His psychiatrist blames the Medidate,...
- I'm not "experienced" in matters like this but using my line of thought see if you can replace it with something else. Something he can hold and rub like a small toll...
Mom Needing Help with Nervous Ticks
Asked by T.L. from Youngstown
on October 20, 2006
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my 8 year old has started "ticking" It started with his eyes (he rolls them and looks down while his head is tilted back) he also makes a noise (I can only describe as...
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- My cousin started doing almost exactly the same thing when she was about 6 years old (there is a 13 year differance in our ages and I am close to my aunt, thats how I ...
- Hi T., You should take him to the doctor immediately and get a diagnoses. Especially if his school work is being affected. I'm no expert but it sounds like your s...
- I am certainly no expert either, but I agree that you should get your son to the doctor immediately to determine if this could be Tourette's Syndrome. Good luck!
Alternatives to Frontline Flea and Tick
Asked by H.P. from Chicago
on May 28, 2007
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My son is very alergic (we found out this weekend) to frontline flea and tick. I am wondering if anyone uses any homopathic remedies for their dogs instead of chemica...
Pet Products That Are Safe for Children
Asked by H.C. from Oklahoma City
on April 23, 2007
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I have a dog and a cat that both run in and out of the house. I am wondering if anyone knows of any flea and tick products that I can use on my carpet and furniture th...
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- Frontline's Top Spot works great for all of our indoor/outdoor fur babies. Any fleas that may be in the house will naturally go to your pets, and if they're treated r...
- I have just the thing! We use it for our two dogs and it's wonderful! Totally safe around the kids - if they swallowed an entire bottle, we wouldn't have to take the...
- If your pets don't have fleas right now, I don't know that you'd need to treat your carpet and furniture. I have 2 dogs and I have always had a flea free home simply ...
