Tick Bite Leads to Amputation of Ohio Man's Toes

An Ohio man had all the toes on his foot amputated after a tick bite triggered a severe infection. The infection spread throughout his foot, leading to critical limb ischemia, a condition that increases the risk of amputation. The patient underwent multiple surgeries to remove infected toes and reconstruct veins in his leg. The incident serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of ignoring tick bites, as tick-borne diseases, including Lyme disease and Alpha-gal syndrome, are spreading across the US. Powassan, an incurable and potentially deadly virus, is another concerning tick-borne affliction.