Types of Diseases Transmitted by Ticks

Those who live in Cherry Hill, New Jersey have every reason to be worried about diseases transmitted by ticks. Thankfully, many pest control options are available to protect against tickborne disease.

Learn as much as possible about the diseases that ticks transmit. For those who want help with tick control in Cherry Hill, Mosquito Squad of Mount Laurel is ready to assist.

Common Diseases Transmitted by Ticks

Ticks cause problems for many Cherry Hill residents. However, many of these residents have no idea just how severe these problems can be. To shed light on these problems, we've put together a list of diseases that a tick can transmit and the dangers they pose.

Anaplasmosis

Anaplasmosis is a type of bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Anaplasma phagocytophilum. It's typically transmitted through blacklegged ticks or western blacklegged ticks. It can cause people to experience headaches, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, fever, and chills, along with other symptoms.

Babesiosis

Babesiosis is a parasitic infection that impacts a person's red blood cells. It's commonly spread by deer ticks seen in New Jersey and its surrounding areas.

Some people don't display symptoms even after a tick bites and infects them with babesiosis. Those who suffer the consequences of a bite from a tick carrying babesiosis may be prone to anemia (a low red blood cell count), headaches, sweats, chills, and fever.

Ehrlichiosis

This disease is caused by bacteria of the genus Ehrlichia. A blacklegged tick or lone star tick may spread ehrlichiosis. The symptoms of this disease can include rash, diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea.

Lyme Disease

Many people are familiar with Lyme disease, which is often spread to humans through tick bites. Lyme disease is the result of the Borrelia bacteria. It's a recurring problem for people in the northeastern and mid-Atlantic portions of the U.S.

Lyme disease symptoms generally get worse the longer they go unaddressed. Initially, a person may experience fever, fatigue, and other symptoms if they're bitten by a tick carrying this disease. If left untreated for a long time, Lyme disease can contribute to arthritis, neurological issues, and heart problems.

How to Deal with the Different Types of Diseases Transmitted by Ticks

Get medical attention at the first sign of any of the symptoms of the different types of diseases that ticks transmit. When in doubt about whether these symptoms are present or their severity, err on the side of caution by meeting with a doctor.

There are many things that Cherry Hill residents can do to protect themselves and others against tickborne disease, such as:

• Apply EPA-approved insect repellent to clothing and exposed skin when spending time outdoors in wooded areas or other places where ticks may be present
• Check for ticks after spending time outdoors in areas where ticks tend to populate
• Stay in the center of an outdoor walking trail and avoid tall grass and brush

Mosquito Squad is a trusted choice for tick control and mosquito control in Cherry Hill. We can treat an outdoor space, protecting it against ticks and other pests.

We are here to help Cherry Hill residents win the battle against ticks and other insects. For more information, call us at (856) 387-8401. Or, get a free quote today.